Austrocylindropuntia subulata, commonly known as Eve’s Needle, Eve’s Pin, or Eve’s Needle Cactus, is a distinctive columnar cactus native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia, prized for its upright, branching growth and long, narrow, cylindrical stems. This fast-growing cactus can eventually become a striking specimen, reaching approximately 10–15 feet tall in the landscape, with mature plants developing a tree-like form and producing small reddish-pink flowers followed by elongated fruit. It thrives in hot, dry conditions around 70–100°F, prefers full sun and extremely well-drained soil, and is highly drought-tolerant once established. Water deeply but infrequently during active growth, and let the soil dry completely between waterings, with reduced watering in winter. Protect young plants from prolonged freezing and temperatures around 25–30°F or lower. A great choice for xeriscapes, desert gardens, cactus collections, and anyone looking for a fast-growing architectural plant with a unique silhouette.
THIS LISTING IS FOR A BARE-ROOT SPECIMEN, 2-4 INCHES TALL.
Austrocylindropuntia subulata, commonly known as Eve’s Needle, Eve’s Pin, or Eve’s Needle Cactus, is a distinctive columnar cactus native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia, prized for its upright, branching growth and long, narrow, cylindrical stems. This fast-growing cactus can eventually become a striking specimen, reaching approximately 10–15 feet tall in the landscape, with mature plants developing a tree-like form and producing small reddish-pink flowers followed by elongated fruit. It thrives in hot, dry conditions around 70–100°F, prefers full sun and extremely well-drained soil, and is highly drought-tolerant once established. Water deeply but infrequently during active growth, and let the soil dry completely between waterings, with reduced watering in winter. Protect young plants from prolonged freezing and temperatures around 25–30°F or lower. A great choice for xeriscapes, desert gardens, cactus collections, and anyone looking for a fast-growing architectural plant with a unique silhouette.
THIS LISTING IS FOR A BARE-ROOT SPECIMEN, 2-4 INCHES TALL.
