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Golden Barrel Cactus 16 inch with Seed Pods Echinocactus Grusonii (One of a Kind)

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Plant facts

SunlightFull sun
WaterLow water. Only when soil is fully dry
USDA zones9,10,11, hardy to about 20F
Mature sizeThis barrel is about 16 in across and 15 in tall today. Golden Barrel reaches 2 to 3 ft across in the ground over decades and eventually pups from the base. In a pot it stays about this size for many years. Approximate, may vary.
Time to matureSlow. An inch or so of diameter a year in the ground, less in a pot. This one is already flowering size. Approximate, may vary.
PetsNon-toxic to pets, Non-toxic to cats, Non-toxic to dogs
LivesOutdoors
Ships asRooted plant, bare root, no pot or soil
What to expect in the box
You will receive the exact Golden Barrel pictured, shipped rooted and bare root without soil or a pot. The seed pods stay on the crown. After arrival: unbox with thick gloves, the spines are sharp. Let the plant rest in a shaded, dry spot for 2-3 days, then plant in a sandy, fast-draining mix or a gravelly full-sun spot. Wait about a week before the first watering so the roots can settle, then begin a normal soak and dry routine. Some scuffing of spines in transit is normal and does not harm the plant.

Cacti can look slightly dull after a few days in a dark box. Color returns within a week or two of bright light. If your area drops below 40F, we recommend adding a heat pack to your order, as one is not automatically included.

This is the exact plant you will receive. A one of a kind Golden Barrel cactus (Echinocactus grusonii) about 16 inches across and 15 inches tall, a full flowering-size barrel with deep green ribs and long golden spines. The crown is packed with dried seed pods from this summer's flowers, plus a fresh yellow bud, so it is proven to bloom and you get a season of seed with it.

It grew in our farm rows and has been sitting next to an irrigation line, getting more water than a barrel needs. That is the only reason it is leaving the farm. It is firm and healthy, and in a normal dry spot it will be happier than it is now.

A barrel this size takes 15 to 20 years to grow. Full sun, fast-draining soil, deep water only when the soil is dry.

  • Light: Full sun
  • Water: Low. Soak and dry, nearly dry in winter
  • Hardiness: USDA zones 9 to 11, brief dips to about 20 F when dry
  • Growth: Slow, an inch or so of diameter a year

Please note: This is a rooted, bare-root plant shipped without soil or a pot. You will receive the exact plant pictured.

Cold Weather Warning

If your area drops below 40°F during the colder months, we highly recommend adding a heat pack to your order, as we don’t automatically include one. This helps keep your plants safe in transit. 🌡️❄️

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Cactus Care

Golden Barrel is a sun and drainage plant. Give it full sun, sharp soil and a dry winter and it is nearly indestructible.

  • Light: Full sun. At least six hours of direct sun keeps the spines golden and the body tight.
  • Water: Soak and dry. Water deeply, then let the soil dry completely. Nearly dry in winter. Overwatering is the one thing that kills a barrel.
  • Soil: Sandy, fast-draining cactus mix or a well-drained landscape bed with added pumice or gravel.
  • Temperature: Hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11. Tolerates brief dips to about 20 F when dry; protect the crown from hard freezes.
  • Feeding: A diluted cactus fertilizer once or twice in spring and summer is plenty. None in winter.

Shipping & Guarantee

At Cactus Warehouse, we take pride in shipping the healthiest, hand-selected cacti straight from our nursery in Fallbrook, CA. All our cacti are hardgrown and carefully checked to ensure you get the best.

  • Schedule: Orders ship on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
  • Delivery Time: Most orders arrive within 3–5 business days once shipped.
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  • Carriers: We ship via UPS and USPS with full tracking

  • Safe Packaging: Each cactus is wrapped in protective kraft paper to reduce movement. During cold weather, you have the option to add heat packs to keep your plants safe.
  • Care Instructions: Every package includes simple, step-by-step care instructions so you know exactly what to do after arrival.
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