Cleistocactus strausii |
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Plant type: evergreen shrub or cactus Hardiness zones: 9b-11 Sunlight: hot overhead sun Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to dry between watering Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline Tolerances: moderate wind, light frost |
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Garden Styles: suits contemporary & dry style designs Uses: accents, informal hedge, informal screen, barrier, pot, large planter Growth rate: slow Maintenance Level: average Skill Level: average | ||||||||
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