Carnegia gigantea (saguaro) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during mid spring to late spring. This cactus is upright and has medium green foliage that is matte, bold textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Carnegia gigantea (saguaro) is showy and aromatic. The stems are showy and smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning cactus which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses
Container, house plant and specimen.
Special Characteristics
This cactus attracts birds and hummingbirds to your garden. Carnegia gigantea tolerates drought.
Cautions
Thorns can make Carnegia gigantea (saguaro) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
