Horsecrippler Cactus

A standout species for Texas gardens, Horsecrippler Cactus (Echinocactus texensis) is a evergreen succulent native across the Central Great Plains, Chihuahuan Deserts, Cross Timbers, Edwards Plateau, Gulf Coast Prairies and Marshes, and Southern Texas Plains. Its persistent foliage provides year-round green structure and shelter for local garden wildlife. During Spring and Summer, the plant produces pink, violet blooms. After blooming, it produces bright red. It provides essential nectar, shelter, or forage for native wildlife, including Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Moths, and Small Mammals. Thriving in dry, limestone, and sand, Horsecrippler Cactus demonstrates outstanding hardiness once established. It requires minimal supplemental water and tolerates dry spells with ease. It offers high deer resistance.