Why Customers Love This Gold Spine Barrel Cactus
• Rare golden spine coloration (limited availability)
• Bold barrel form with architectural presence
• Bright red flowers for seasonal color
• Cold hardy & heat tolerant
• Extremely drought tolerant & low maintenance
🌟 New for Spring 2025 — Limited Release! 🌟
We were fortunate to acquire a small batch of rare gold spine Southwestern Barrel Cactus seedlings several years ago—and they’re finally ready. With a limited number of plants available, this is a true collector opportunity you won’t want to miss.
✔️ Current plant size: approx. 10" wide × 6" tall
✔️ Very limited quantity
Gold Spine Southwestern Barrel Cactus 🌵
(Ferocactus wislizeni)
Rare, Radiant & Built for the Desert
Add brilliant color and classic desert form to your landscape with this golden-spined variation of the iconic Southwestern Barrel Cactus. Just like the traditional form, it features a bold barrel shape and striking red flowers—but the radiant gold spines take visual impact to an entirely new level, glowing in full sun.
🌞 Key Features & Growing Habits
Striking, Sculptural Form 🏜️
Over time, this cactus can grow 5–6 feet tall when planted in the ground, developing strong ribs, glowing gold spines, and vivid red blooms. It makes an exceptional statement plant in desert and xeric landscapes.
Cold Hardy & Heat Tough ❄️
Built for the Southwest, this cactus tolerates extreme heat and can handle short periods of cold down to approximately 10–15°F, making it suitable for USDA zones 7b–11.
Low-Maintenance Desert Performer 🌿
Thrives in full sun with excellent drainage and infrequent watering. Once established, it requires very little care.
🌵 Perfect For
💧 Xeriscaping & Water-Wise Gardens
Naturally drought resistant and ideal for arid, Mediterranean, and desert landscapes.
🪨 Rock Gardens & Succulent Displays
Golden spines create stunning contrast among gravel, stone, and other cacti.
🪴 Container Gardening
These established specimens perform beautifully in containers, adding bold color to patios, balconies, and entryways.
🏙️ Architectural Focal Points
Plant singly or in groups for dramatic impact with color, texture, and form.
🚚 Why Choose The Cactus Outlet
Each Gold Spine Southwestern Barrel Cactus is hand-selected and professionally packed, ensuring it arrives healthy and ready to plant. Every order includes planting, watering, and general care instructions for a smooth, stress-free start.
✨ Extremely Limited
Once these are gone, they’re gone. Secure one of these rare gold spine Southwest barrel cacti now and add a truly special desert gem to your collection.