turk's head cactus
Echinocactus horizonthalonius
USDA zones8 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds dry soil
Size12 inches tall12 inches wide
- Habit
- Cactus/succulent
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Bloom color
- Red , pink
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Turk's head cactus (Echinocactus horizonthalonius) is a succulent for borders, containers, and xeriscape gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 8, or down to 10°F (-12°C). This plant likes full sun and dry, sandy or loamy soil. It grows slowly into a stout, compact shape, and bright pink flowers form at the top in early summer. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. Give the slow grower a spot where it can stay for years.
Pairs well with American century plant, Prickly-pear, and Aeonium.
Native range
AZ, NM, and TX.