Growing Guide: Peruvian Apple Cactus
Plant Type:
Fruiting Cactus
Harvest Season:
Fall - Winter
Mature Size:
30 ft
Soil & Moisture:
Sandy, well-draining soil. In late Summer reduce watering until the next Spring and allow the soil to be fairly dry.
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Self-Fertile:
No, the Peruvian Cactus Apple requires other Peruvian Cactuses or similar species to pollinate.
Growth Rate:
Fast
Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 8-11 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+
Propagation:
Our Peruvian Apple Cactus is grown from seed and is capable of harvest within growing season.