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Plant Care
Cardon
(Pachycereus pringlei)
Also Known As
Cardon, Cardón grande, Mexican giant cardón, Giant cactus
About This Plant
Pachycereus pringlei is a large columnar cactus species that can grow up to 60 feet (18.3 meters) tall and 2 feet (0.6 meters) in diameter. It has a greenish-gray stem with 5-9 prominent ribs.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Can grow up to 60 feet (18.3 meters) tall and 2 feet (0.6 meters) in diameter
Light Requirements
Pachycereus pringlei requires full sun exposure to thrive. It is recommended to place it in a location where it can receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Humidity Needs
Pachycereus pringlei prefers low humidity environments and can tolerate dry air.
Fertilizing Schedule
It is not necessary to fertilize Pachycereus pringlei, but a balanced fertilizer can be applied during the growing season to enhance growth.
Pruning Guidelines
Pruning is not required for this cactus species, but it can be done to remove dead or damaged parts.
Common Pests and Diseases
Common pests for Pachycereus pringlei include scale insects and mealybugs. Diseases are not common in this species.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
This cactus species is drought-tolerant and does not require frequent watering. It is recommended to water it deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Temperature Range
This cactus species can tolerate high temperatures up to 100°F (38°C) and can withstand occasional frost.
Growing Season
The growing season for Pachycereus pringlei is during the spring and summer months.
Growing Difficulty Level
Pachycereus pringlei is considered to be a moderately difficult plant to grow due to its large size and specific growing requirements.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Pachycereus pringlei can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9b to 11.
Did You Know?
Pachycereus pringlei is the tallest cactus species in the world and can live up to 300 years!
