Pediocactus simpsonii v. minor
Item # 74950
each $5.99
3 to 6 $5.79
7 or more $5.59

Pediocactus simpsonii v. minor

Mountain Spiny Star

Quick Facts :: Growing Tips

Full and Afternoon Sun Morning Sun and Afternoon Shade Xeric Western Only  Legend

Description:

3” x 5” wide, (seed propagated). Pediocactus simpsonii v. minor is a wide-spread species found in scattered locations throughout the mountains of the western U.S. Found at altitudes of up to 10,000 ft., this is a very cold-hardy, early-blooming species. A slow grower, its variable flowers range in colors from salmon to bright pink. Pediocactus likes a pure mineral soil with no organic matter and needs afternoon shade at lower altitudes. Not recommended for hot, low elevation locations. Zones 4-8.

Special Notes:

Not recommended for hot, low elevation locations. These three-year-old plants will be shipped bare-root. Zones 4-8.

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QUICK FACTS
USDA Growing Zones 4 - 8
Make the Most of Color! Pink
Regions Suitable for Elevations Above 7000 ft., Western Only
Rain Less than 10in., 10in - 20in, 20in - 30in, 30in - 40in (with care)
Bloom Time Early Spring
Sun Full and Afternoon Sun, Morning Sun and Afternoon Shade
Soil Average Garden Soil, Sandy Garden Soil
Moisture Xeric
Height Small - up to 12in.
GROWING TIPS

Pediocactus likes a pure mineral soil with no organic matter and needs afternoon shade at lower altitudes.