Mexican Fence Post Cactus Care

Make sure as well to stand the cactus up in an empty container to let its ends heal off before you replant it.

Mexican fence post cactus care. The mexican fencepost as the name implies can be used as a natural fence it also produces a pretty pink flower followed by small fruit. Since the mexican fence post cactus does get tall it will eventually need a large and heavy pot to keep it from tipping over. But you could start small if you have a small cactus and not water it as much to keep a slower rate of growth. The mexican fence post will eventually reach 20 feet tall and will remain as straight as it is in this photo.

They soon take root and form an effective and attractive barrier. See more at how to grow and care for pachycereus. Let the soil completely dry out between irrigations. Rot proper watering is essential to the health and vitality of mexican fenceposts.

If you occasionally see temperatures dip lower or are expecting an extra cold night provide additional protection. It is drought resistant but likes occasional water during the hot dry months. Loves the sun and tolerates the shade. It is hardy to about twenty five degrees fahrenheit.

Sever a branch and replant in well drained soil. Partial shade is also sustainable especially in the mojave desert the mexican fence post is drought resistant but likes occasional water during the hot dry months. I think it s an exceptionally attractive cactus and i wish i had acquired a few more. Plant the mexican fencepost in well draining soil and full sun with reflected heat or partial shade.

This will keep its stems shaped right and cacti with dried ends form roots more easily after planting. The pot in the photo was so heavy i can barely move it myself with all the rocks and potting soil. Because it is native to the sub tropical areas of mexico the mexican fence post requires more irrigation usually weekly during our hot summers to perform its best. Allow the soil to completely dry out between irrigations.

Care must be taken with this cactus not to let the soil get too moist over a prolonged period as rot may occur or if in the shade. Caring for a mexican fence post cactus. Water sparingly in the winter as it does not grow in cold weather. Typically this cactus will be hardy throughout the year in the usda hardiness zones of 9a to 9b or greater.

If frost is in the forecast cover the top of the cactus with an old t shirt foam cup or wash cloth. Cuttings are planted where a fence is desired. Overall one of the most attractive columnar cacti available. After you purchase your mexican fence post plant it in well drained soil and full sun.

The mexican fence post also produces a wonderful pink to light red flower that adds great seasonal color to your landscape. The mexican fence post cactus is hardy down to 20 or 25 degrees fahrenheit. Mexican fencepost is frost sensitive.