
Myrtillocactus geometrizans elite
Myrtillocactus geometrizans elite is a member of the Cactaceae family. Native to Mexico, the plant’s dense crested form grows slowly but growing long is the key attraction. The plant needs adequate space as the roots spread with it in its native conditions, rising as high as 4.5 meters. The common name of this columnar plant branching very fast like a tree cactus is Crested Whortleberry Cactus. It is winter-dormant and slightly frost-hardy. In early spring, it breaks into tiny greenish-white flowers. For optimal growth, the plant needs full sun to partial shade.Growth RateMyrtillocactus geometrizans elite is a slow-growing cactus.FloweringThe Whortleberry cactus yields tiny greenish-white flowers during early spring. Watering and FeedingThe Whortleberry plant should be watered regularly in summer. Between waterings, the soil should be completely dry. SoilUse well-drained soil for Myrtillocactus geometrizans elite. It should have little peat.HardinessThe hardiness zone of Myrtillocactus