Blue Candle CACTUS

Description Light/Soil/Water Hardiness Myrtillocactus geometrizans (also known as Bilberry Cactus, Cactus Myrtle, or Blue Candle) is a rare shrubby cactus that can grow up to 16.5 feet (5 m) tall. As it reaches maturity, the cactus grows branches that resemble a candelabrum, hence its nickname "Blue Candle". Its stems each has from 5 to 8 ribs with spine-bearing areoles about 1.2 inches (3 cm) apart. Its creamy and greenish-white flowers bloom in March, which turn into sweet, edible, dark red, berry-like fruits. Above 50°F (10°C) is ideal. Full sun to partial sun in the summer, Partial shade in the winter. Water thoroughly only when soil is dry to the touch, then let drain completely. Stop watering in the winter to keep the soil dry. Porous and well-drained cactus mix. Feed with special cactus food once a month during spring and summer. Repot every year because this is a fast-growing big-sized plant. Seeds, cuttings in summer. You need to keep cuttings very dry for the