Cactus Golden Barrel DescriptionBotanical Name: Echinocactus grusoniiNative of Mexico. Light green cactus with bright, yellow spines that are stiff, 3" long. As it matures, it may spawn offsets. Very popular as a container plant or used as a dramatic point of interest in the garden. Mass plantings are very effective as well. Slow growth rate. Protect from hard frost. Plant CharacteristicsPlant Category: Cacti SucculentsName: Cactus Golden BarrelPlant Type: CactiFlower: Yellow 1 1/2" to 2" wideMature Size: 4' x 2'Water: Very lowExposure:: Full sunSpacing: 1 1/2'Soil Type: Loam; rocky; sand; alkaline; well drainedPlanting Time: April through October CommentsComments: Almost extinct in wild due to loss of habitat.