Golden Barrel Cactus (Echinocactus grusonii) | Cactus Warehouse | Exotic Cacti Collection & Quality Desert Plants

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Echinocactus grusonii, Golden Barrel Cactus

Name: Echinocactus grusonii, Golden Barrel Cactus
Brand: CactusWarehouse
SKU: GOLDEN_3-4-V-20-21-22-23-24-25
Price: 16.95 USD
Availability: InStock

$16.95

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Scientific Name: Echinocactus grusonii

Meet the Golden Barrel Cactus, or Echinocactus grusonii, a living sculpture that transforms as it grows. In its youth, this cactus is a perfect sphere, like a sun-kissed globe adorned with golden spines. As it ages, it stretches upwards, morphing into a proud, columnar guardian of your garden. Each summer, it crowns itself with a halo of sunny yellow flowers, creating a spectacular display. Imagine this cactus basking in the full embrace of the sun, its vibrant spines casting playful shadows, a low-maintenance companion that thrives with just a bit of well-draining soil and your affection

🌵 Please Note: Our collection includes bare-root WITHOUT any soil or pot and cuttings. Some of our plants may have minor scars, yet each one is guaranteed to arrive in optimal health and excellent condition. Additionally, any discoloration at the base of the cactus, particularly in rooted variants, is a typical result of previous planting in soil.

Key Features

Distinguishing Feature: Known for its globular, barrel-like shape and striking golden-yellow spines, giving it a distinctive and attractive appearance.
Areoles: Equipped with small, woolly areoles that produce the characteristic spines.
Ribs: Features approximately 21-37 vertical ribs that provide a pleated appearance,
Spines: The spines are golden or yellow in color, dense and long, offering a striking contrast against the green body of the cactus.
Flowers: Produces small, yellow flowers that appear near the crown of the cactus, typically in summer.
Growth Rate: Slow-growing, gradually forming a substantial, spherical shape as it matures.
Lifespan: Known for its longevity, it can live for several decades, making it a lasting addition to any garden or collection.

Benefits

Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care, making it ideal for busy individuals or those new to gardening.
Drought Resistant: Thrives in dry conditions, reducing the need for frequent watering and care.
Long Lifespan: Known for its longevity, ensuring a lasting presence in your garden or home.
Aesthetic Appeal: Offers a unique and striking appearance that adds a special touch to any garden, patio, or indoor space.
Space-Saving: Its compact size makes it suitable for small spaces, including balconies, patios, or small garden beds.
Easy to Propagate: Can be easily propagated from offsets, allowing you to expand your collection or share with friends and family.
Pest Resistant: Naturally resistant to most pests, reducing the need for chemical treatments.
Seasonal Interest: Produces vibrant yellow flowers in the summer, adding seasonal beauty to your space.
Symbolic Meaning: Often associated with resilience and endurance, making it a meaningful gift or a symbol of personal strength and perseverance.

Plant Care

Lighting: Thrives in full sunlight. Ideal placement is in a spot where it receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Watering: Water sparingly. Allow the soil to completely dry out between waterings. During winter months, reduce watering frequency.
Soil: Prefers well-draining soil. A cactus mix or adding sand to regular potting soil can improve drainage.
Temperature: Enjoys warm temperatures but can withstand cooler conditions in winter. Protect from frost.
Fertilizing: Use a cactus-specific fertilizer once during the spring and once in the summer.
Repotting: Repot every 2-3 years or when it outgrows its current pot. Handle with care to avoid spine injuries.
Pest Management: Generally pest-resistant. If pests are observed, use a suitable insecticidal soap.
Hardiness zone: 9a to 11b

Golden Barrel

Received a beautiful golden barrel cactus. Looking forward to having this cactus in our home for decades and wherever we go! I'm glad I chose Cactus warehouse out of other venders.

What a great cactus!

I love my new barrel cactus! It arrived in great condition, looks vibrant, and adds a unique desert vibe to my space. Perfect low-maintenance plant—highly recommend!

Wonderful

Ordered two barrel clusters and they are both gorgeous Well packaged and arrived in perfect shape Have already ordered again Love this company

Great product!

Easy ordering and fast delivery. Item was better than I expected! I will be ordering more cacti from them for sute

Golden barrel

What an amazing golden! Much bigger than anticipated, super fast delivery, definitely will order again

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