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Peruvian Apple Cactus

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Cereus peruvianus, commonly known as the Peruvian apple cactus, is a large columnar cactus native to South America. The Peruvian Apple cactus is native to several South American countries, including Peru, Argentina, Bolivia and Ecuador. The Peruvian Apple cactus has also been introduced to other regions with suitable climates.

The Peruvian Apple Cactus is a large columnar cactus that can grow to significant heights. The Peruvian Apple cactus typically branches out from the base of the plant, forming multiple arms that give it a candelabra-like appearance.

The Peruvian Apple cactus is generally more tolerant of cooler temperatures compared to some other cactus species but still prefers warm climates. Peruvian Apple cacti can withstand mild frost for short periods, but prolonged exposure to freezing temperatures can lead to damage. Protection from frost is advisable in colder regions.

Ornamental Uses:

Landscaping: The Peruvian Apple Cactus is commonly used in landscaping, especially in regions with a mild or warm climate. Its tall and branching form adds a dramatic and sculptural element to gardens.

Container Gardening: The Peruvian Apple cactus is suitable for container gardening, allowing for flexibility in placement and the ability to bring the cactus indoors during cold periods.

Xeriscaping: With its ability to thrive in arid conditions, the Peruvian Apple cactus is often used in xeriscaping and water-wise landscapes.

Focal Point: Due to its size and unique form, the Peruvian Apple cactus can serve as a focal point in gardens or in containers, providing visual interest. Commonly used as an indoor plant in rooms with bright light.

Flowering:

The Peruvian Apple cactus produces large, showy, nocturnal flowers. The flowers are typically white and can be quite fragrant. The Peruvian Apple cactus produces edible fruit that are commonly referred to as "Peruvian Apples" or "Dragon Fruit." The fruit are often red or pink on the exterior, with a sweet and juicy interior.

Our shipping process guarantees your Peruvian Apple cactus will come to you in pristine condition and wrapped in a way that makes planting easy!






Columnar Cacti design and application suggestions:

Columnar cacti are impactful and dramatic. Frame an entryway, put one in an office corner that is just screaming for something interesting or if you are lucky to live in a suitable outdoor environment, install a few columnar cacti in the landscape for dramatic effect. Our columnar cacti are equally happy in a decorative pot or planted in the ground.

Our columnar cacti offer you different colors and growth forms. The totem pole and curiosity cacti have very interesting growth habits. The Mexican fence postperuvian appleorgan pipe, saguaro and senita offer elegance and presence. The curiosity cactisilver and golden torch offer splashes of color to integrate with your space.

Columnar Cacti design and application suggestions:

Columnar cacti are impactful and dramatic. Frame an entryway, put one in an office corner that is just screaming for something interesting or if you are lucky to live in a suitable outdoor environment, install a few columnar cacti in the landscape for dramatic effect. Our columnar cacti are equally happy in a decorative pot or planted in the ground.

Our columnar cacti offer you different colors and growth forms. The totem pole and curiosity cacti have very interesting growth habits. The Mexican fence postperuvian appleorgan pipe, saguaro and senita offer elegance and presence. The curiosity cactisilver and golden torch offer splashes of color to integrate with your space.

Why purchase our Columnar Cacti?

Our columnar cacti are grown in their native habitat right here in Southern Arizona. Raised outdoors with just the right amount of water and fertilizer, they come to you in their natural form. These plants do not come to you from a greenhouse. They are already hardy to whatever growing conditions you have to offer. Our columnar cacti present the same appearance as you will find them in their native habitats.

If you want to plant them in a container for a sunroom, patio or window planter, great! If you want to take your columnar cacti and plant them in the ground, also great! No acclimation needed. Our plants are ready to go!

Reliable packaging and shipping

We strive to offer the most healthy cacti and succulents you can find anywhere that are shipped right to your door. Our plants are professionally packaged with expertise honed by shipping amazing plants to customers like you for over 20 years. Our packaging process ensures a bare minimum of damaged orders. All of our plants are wrapped in bubble wrap and tape, which should not be taken off until your plant is in its final home. The bubble wrap offers you and the plant additional protection while planting. All of our plants are shipped bare root.

Reliable packaging and shipping

We strive to offer the most healthy cacti and succulents you can find anywhere that are shipped right to your door. Our plants are professionally packaged with expertise honed by shipping amazing plants to customers like you for over 20 years. Our packaging process ensures a bare minimum of damaged orders. All of our plants are wrapped in bubble wrap and tape, which should not be taken off until your plant is in its final home. The bubble wrap offers you and the plant additional protection while planting. All of our plants are shipped bare root.

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Ben
Cactus Peru apple

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Jeff Holman
Super impressed

My wife loves cactus and succulents. So I wanted to get her something I knew she would love. She recently lost this same cactus she had for four years, due to frost. I ordered two cactus and some of the soil. As soon as she saw it she was stoked. The cactus were awesome and already started to root. Super healthy, and I could not be happier with my purchase. You can tell these people love their job and making people happy. I’m sure we will be ordering more from Cactus Outlet.

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Le Taunje Deas
Very nice peruvian apple cactus, but....

I was very excited to receive my apple cactus. The transaction and shipping was awesome. However, I'm giving 4 stars. I discovered during unpacking that my cactus was punctured in 2 places. This is not a good look when planted in a professional or high end seting. Fortunately, its healing over, but it makes the plant unattractive.

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Conni

Fabulous

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Linda Carter
Perfect addition!

We wanted a cactus in our backyard and the Peruvian Apple was perfect! We may be getting another one.

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