Description

Cane Cholla is shrubby looking, resembling a walking cane with lots of branches covered with spines. It can reach 8' tall and 4' wide, resembling a tree. Magenta colored flowers, 3" wide, appear in spring and summer. Yellow, egg shaped fruit, 2" long, follow blooms. Use where it will not be disturbed since it's a favored nesting plant for cactus wrens and thrashers. Irrigate the cactus every 3-4 weeks after it's established especially during the summer.