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.