Myrtillocactus geometrizans |
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Blue Myrtle Cactus |
Evergreen upright cactus grows at a moderate rate to 15' x 10'. Stems are blue-green and have black spines. Flowers appear in spring and are small and greenish white. Purple fruits follow flowers. Can become treelike with age. Accepts full sun. Native to southern Mexico.
Plant Type
Cactus
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
Green, White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Blue Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Purple
Fruit Season
Summer
Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.
Give your plants a chance to breathe.
Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.