Saguaro Cactus. Carnegiea Gigantea Cactus.
The Saguaro Cactus is the spectacular and iconic cactus of the 'Wild West' and the largest species in the United States. A columnar cactus, it is very slow growing but extremely long lived and not until it reaches around 50 years old will it start to branch, although some stay as a singular trunk. The skin of the Saguaro is covered in hard spines and flexible bristles as well as a thick waxy coating that prevents water loss and waterproofs the plant. The interior of the cactus is filled with a sponge-like tissue which retains water and as more water gets stored the skin expands.    
In late spring older plants annually produce flowers up to 3 inches across, white-cream in colour with a yellow centre on top of the trunks and branches. These are nocturnal but remain open into part of the next day and are followed by fleshy red fruits.
Perfect for Cacti enthusiasts. Very difficult to find for sale at this size in the UK. 
 
These are amazing quality Cacti. Photos 1-2 shows some of the actual cactus plants in stock now 2023. Limited availability and hard to find for sale. Please Note: Heights stated include pot sizes.

Click into the "Height" box and price of each plant is shown next to its size. UK delivery is FREE on all our plants and palms.
 
To PRE-ORDER please contact us: sales@thepalmtreecompany.com with your requirements or alternatively reserve by choosing 'Manual' payments at checkout (where no payment is taken until just before delivery).