How big do these get?

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I got this #Saguaro from a co-worker.  She has it in a non drainage coffee mug type pot.  As soon as my soil comes in, it is going in a 6 inch  pot. Also, do these like to be top or bottom watering?

@ClassicLavender · Accepted Answer

It has taken about 25 years for this one to get about 20 feet tall, started growing arms about 2 years ago. It is in the ground in its natural habitat, the Sonoran desert. Make sure to use a cactus mix for potting, with excellent drainage. These beauties store water, so you really don’t want to overwater them. Enjoy!

@ClassicLavender · Answer

It doesn’t really matter how you water them, I water directly into the soil. It can take direct light, or you might want to supplement with a grow light.

@Plants_Galore · Answer

Massive we have them in the dessert and they get huge

@Araceae · Answer

Some idiot got crushed by a saguaro when he shot at it repeatedly what do you think?

@Plants_Galore · Answer

They are even beautiful when they die they leave behind skeletons of the cacti. You should look it up

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