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Saguaro cacti (Carnegiea gigantea) are easy to cultivate in most of southern Arizona where they are native. They are very well suited for xeriscape plantings in southern Arizona desert regions and are commonly planted in urban landscapes in Phoenix and Tucson.
Planting or transplanting a cactus can appear challenging. Most landscape cacti are spiny. Larger cacti are heavy and tall specimens are awkward to balance. Using the following techniques, cacti can be moved and planted with minimal hazard to plant and planter.
Cactus, Agave, Yucca and Ocotillo
How to transplant a cactus (az1376)
Problems and pests of aloes,agaves,cacti and yuccas (az1399)
Cactus, Agave,Yucca,and Ocotillo (az1225)
Propagation of agaves and cacti from seed and cuttings is an easy-to-accomplish process. Cuttings and seed sown during the appropriate time of year using the methods discussed will produce numerous progeny.
The prickly pear cactus can be found in desert regions of the Americas, ranging from Canada to the Southern regions of South America. Even though it is native to the Americas, it has been known to be grown around the world.
plant disease bulletins; July 2006 original publishing date, rev. 10/08
Cacti, agaves and yuccas are classified as succulents, plants that have highly specialized anatomical features such as thick waxy cuticles, fleshy or minimal leaves, modified leaves (spines), and roots with extra storage capabilities for food and water.