Cactus
Peruvian Apple Cactus
Cereus repandus
Varieties We Carry
StandardCereus repandus
Sizes & Pricing
3 galFrom$105.00
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun
WaterLow
Mature size20-40 feet × 10-15 feet
About Peruvian Apple Cactus
A tall, columnar cactus from South America featuring ribbed blue-green stems lined with prominent spines that can reach impressive heights in frost-free climates. It produces large, fragrant white flowers that open at night and are followed by edible red fruit known as Peruvian apples. Starting at $105.00.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Care essentials
Light
Plant in full sun for best growth; established plants handle Florida's intense summer sun well, though young specimens benefit from brief afternoon shade during their first season.
Water
Water deeply but infrequently—allow soil to dry completely between waterings. In NE Florida, water every 2–3 weeks during the growing season and reduce to once monthly or less in winter; excellent drainage is essential to prevent root rot.
Soil & Fertilizer
Grow in sandy, fast-draining soil; Florida's native sandy soils suit this cactus well. Apply a diluted balanced cactus fertilizer (quarter strength) monthly during spring through summer; withhold fertilizer in fall and winter.
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Common questions
Is Peruvian Apple Cactus a good plant for St. Augustine?
Peruvian Apple Cactus is a cactus for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 20-40 feet × 10-15 feet.