Cleistocactus Species, Monkey’s Tail

Started with a cutting in the fall and it's done much better over the winter than any other C. winteri I've tried. Most usually rot or di...Read Moree back. I take it that this form likes more water as its sure more tolerant of it.
Will have to update on how it does as summer gets here...

I forgot to add: Impress the kids,as this is a petable cactus. Soft spines in one direction.

I have a very happy start of this unique cactus hanging under the shady trees. It seems to need very little, in spite of our hot, dry, wi...Read Morendy summer, I only water once a week. In one month's time, it has increased in size by 30%. Zone 7b-8a. It has to be wintered indoors with almost no water thru winter.