Echinocereus reichenbachii Pueblo, CO 5000ft

Echinocereus reichenbachii or Purple Torch Cactus is sometimes divided into several subspecies or varieties. For the time we will just list this as Echinocereus reichenbachii. These plants grow in or near Limestone deposites along the Arkansas River and it drainages. This has proven to be one of the most cold hardy species of cactus. These plants pull themselves down and make a very small profile in winter time. 8" tall plants will be 3" tall in winter, which is just impressive. This form has taken -22F and the record low for Pueblo, Colorado is -28F. 
 
We share our experiences to help with your own trials of cold hardiness. We do not guarantee these plants in any garden or zone. Every garden is different and everyones growing conditions are different. Please try plants at your own risk, I do not want to be misleading to anyone.
 
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