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Pachycereus marginatus, Mexican Fence Post Cactus

Name: Pachycereus marginatus, Mexican Fence Post Cactus
Brand: CactusWarehouse
SKU: MEX-FENCE_3-5-CUT-V-17
Price: 21.95 USD
Availability: InStock

$21.95

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Scientific Name: Pachycereus marginatus

Welcome the striking presence of Pachycereus marginatus, popularly known as the Mexican Fence Post Cactus. Renowned for its upright, columnar growth and strikingly symmetrical form, this cactus is a natural spectacle. Its deep green stems, lined with neatly arranged areoles and modest spines, exude an air of orderly beauty. Ideal for creating natural barriers or as a standout feature in gardens and patios, this cactus brings a touch of the majestic Mexican landscapes to your space, growing with grace and poise.

🌵 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: Characterized by its tall, columnar growth habit, often used in rows or clusters to form a natural "fence."
Areoles: Small, circular areoles spaced evenly along the ribs, from which spines emerge.
Ribs: Typically has 5-7 ribs, which are well-defined and give the cactus a distinct, upright appearance.
Spines: Features short, black spines which are generally sparse, allowing the green skin of the cactus to show prominently.
Flowers: Produces small, white or cream-colored flowers, typically blooming in the late spring or early summer.
Growth Rate: Moderate growth rate, eventually reaching impressive heights of up to 12-15 feet or more.
Lifespan: Known for its longevity, it can be a long-standing feature in landscapes.

Benefits

Architectural Interest: Adds vertical dimension and structure to any garden setting.
Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care, suitable for busy or novice gardeners.
Versatile Sun Tolerance: Thrives in various lighting conditions.
Drought Resistant: Perfect for water-efficient gardening.
Minimal Spines: Safer and easier to handle than many other cacti.
Aesthetic Appeal: Its uniform appearance offers a neat, clean look.
Wildlife Friendly: Attracts birds and beneficial insects.

Plant Care

Lighting: Prefers full sun but is tolerant of partial shade.
Watering: Water moderately during the growing
season; reduce watering in winter. Keep the moisture in the soil to a minimum.
Soil: Ensure well-draining soil to prevent root rot.
Temperature: Heat tolerant but protect from frost.
Fertilizing: Feed with a diluted cactus fertilizer during the growing season.
Repotting: Repot if growing in a container, typically every few years.
Pest Management: Inspect for common cacti
pests and treat as necessary.
Hardiness zone: 9b to 11

Excellent Cactus

After a trip to Mexico City, I had to have a fence post cactus in my collect! The cutting arrived in perfect shape, super healthy. I'm very happy with this purchase and the staff at Cactus Warehouse are amazing and so helpful!

Fence Cactus

Beautiful and healthy cactus

My Favorite Cactus

The Mexican Fence Post is my favorite cactus! I received a fantastic specimen, and I'm so happy with my purchase!

First time buying from cactuswsrehouse

Package came in very well packed. Cactus where perfect no damage from roots to top, they look great. Costumer service was also 5 stars, helpful and seems like they care about their cactus.

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