About Joan Expertise Prickly pear, saguaro, barrel cactus, house cacti... You name it! I will answer all your questions regarding cacti such as winter care, propagation, watering, and indoor care. I will also answer questions on edible cacti (for humans or pets) and identification. In addition, I may answer questions on other succulent plants, such as the agave.
Experience Due to the arid climate here in Nevada, I grew up planting cacti and shrubs to design my landscapes. As years went on, I learned the different ways on taking care of these amazing cacti, especially how to propagate them.
Education/Credentials During the past few years, I have tried out many methods in growing cacti, especially when it comes to propagation. I learned the dangers of over-watering, and have researched that people often make common mistakes. That is why I joined to be part of AllExperts.
Question can i grow a saguaro or cholla cactus outdoors in north carolina? if so, how large would it have to be before i planted it outside?
Answer Hello Sherry,
I'm not familiar with the climate of North Carolina, but I will show you the conditions a saguaro cactus may live in.
An automatic "no" include if:
It frequently rains, not allowing the soil to dry.
Temperatures fall below 30 degrees (F). On the other side, It doesn't matter up to what temperatures it goes up to, as they are native to extreme how temperatures.
The location will get 4 hours or less of sunlight.
An automatic "yes" include if:
Temperatures go up to 90 degrees (F) in the summer and no lower than 40 degrees (F).
It gets full sunlight all day.
These may give you a clue to whether or not the conditions in North Carolina are fine.
