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Stenocereus marginata

Mexican Fence Post Cactus

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Description

The Mexican Fence Post is a great vertical cacti that has a few, small white thorns following the plants ribs, and has a very upright growth pattern. The contrast of the white thorns on a rich green skin makes the Fence Post stand out when planted near other cereus or a cactus garden.

 

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.