Lg. Myrtillocactus Geometrizans Blue Crest Cactus
$77.99
Myrtillocactus Geometrizans Blue Crest Cactus Large Form is a striking crested form with a beautiful glaucous blue color and unusual fan-shaped, folded growth. Instead of forming typical upright columns, the stems develop broad, rippled, and overlapping crests that create a highly sculptural appearance. Small spines are scattered along the stems, while branching growth can eventually create an impressive candelabra-like form.
As this cactus matures, the crested fans can become increasingly wide, folded, and contorted, with each specimen developing its own unique shape. Mature plants can reach approximately 6 feet tall, with fans potentially reaching 2 feet wide. The combination of blue coloration, branching growth, and unusual cresting makes this a truly distinctive cactus specimen.
Note: We only ship plants with a good form of crest starting, crests will vary greatly from plant to plant. Remember this is the actual large form, it gets big over time. Mature plant shown.
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Cacti come in an incredible variety of shapes and growth habits that can transform with age into impressive specimen plants. Depending on the variety, stems may be rounded, columnar, paddle-shaped, cylindrical, branching, trailing, or dramatically sculptural. Spines range from nearly invisible to bold and colorful, while flowers can appear in brilliant shades of white, yellow, orange, pink, red, and purple. Many varieties also produce attractive fruits, making cactus plants a source of year-round interest with remarkably little maintenance.
Crested Cacti are especially unusual forms created when the growing point of a cactus develops in a fan-shaped or contorted pattern rather than producing the plant's normal symmetrical growth. This unusual growth, known as cristation or cresting, can produce spectacular rippled, folded, brain-like, or fan-shaped stems that become increasingly dramatic as the plant matures. Each crested cactus develops its own distinctive form, making these unusual specimens highly desirable for collectors and anyone looking for a truly one-of-a-kind plant. Crested growth can occur naturally and may also appear through mutation, and the resulting shapes can range from subtle waves to extraordinary sculptural formations.
| OUTDOOR Zone 8a-11 |
PATIO Zone 4a-11 |
| SOIL TYPE Fast Draining |
% SUN 80-100% |
| PROPAGATE Cuttings, Seed |
GROWTH Slow to Moderate |
Cacti naturally develop distinctive forms that become increasingly impressive with age. Depending on the variety, plants may remain compact or develop substantial trunks, branching stems, large clumps, or towering columns. Many produce spectacular flowers during the warmer months, often followed by colorful ornamental fruits. Their unusual shapes, spines, flowers, and remarkable durability make them outstanding plants for creating memorable landscapes and specimen collections.
Crested and Monstrose Forms: Some cactus varieties develop unusual mutations known as crested or monstrose growth. Crested cacti produce fan-shaped, folded, rippled, or highly contorted growth when the normal growing point changes from a single point of growth into a broader line. Monstrose forms can develop irregular bumps, branches, and unusual growth patterns throughout the plant. These forms are naturally variable, and no two specimens necessarily develop exactly the same appearance. As they mature, their unusual growth can become increasingly dramatic, making crested and monstrose cacti exceptional specimen plants.
Note: Many cactus species are protected by sharp spines, while some also have fine hair-like structures or glochids that can easily penetrate skin. Use appropriate gloves and tools when handling, planting, pruning, or propagating cactus plants. Keep plants in locations where children and pets will not accidentally come into contact with sharp spines.
Once established, most cacti thrive in intense heat, strong sunlight, reflected heat, sandy or rocky soils, and prolonged dry weather. Their specialized stems and roots allow them to store and conserve water efficiently, allowing many species to remain healthy through extended periods of drought. Depending on the variety, some cacti are also remarkably cold hardy and can withstand freezing temperatures when grown in suitable conditions and kept relatively dry.
Watering: Newly planted specimens benefit from occasional thorough watering during the establishment period to encourage healthy root development. Once established, allow the soil to dry completely between waterings. During periods of active warm-weather growth, water deeply and then allow the soil to dry before watering again. Container-grown cacti may require water somewhat more frequently than plants established in the landscape, but drainage should always be excellent.
Fertilization: Most cacti are light feeders and require very little fertilizer. Apply a balanced, low-nitrogen cactus fertilizer once in spring as active growth begins. A second light application may be appropriate during the growing season for actively growing plants. Avoid excessive fertilizer, particularly high-nitrogen products, as this can encourage soft growth that is less desirable in many cactus varieties.
Outdoor & Landscape. Cacti thrive in full sun and perform exceptionally well in xeriscapes, patios, courtyards, pool decks, rock gardens, desert landscapes, coastal gardens, and other low-water plantings. Their tolerance for heat, drought, reflected sunlight, wind, and poor soils makes them some of the most dependable plants available for challenging landscape locations.
Crested cactus varieties make exceptional container specimens. Their unusual fan-shaped, rippled, folded, or contorted growth provides a dramatic focal point in a patio collection, greenhouse, sunroom, rock garden, or specialized cactus display. Because crested growth can develop differently over time, mature plants can become increasingly unusual and visually impressive.
Whether you're creating a desert garden, modern landscape, xeriscape, rock garden, or simply adding a distinctive specimen to your patio, cactus plants deliver outstanding beauty with minimal effort. Their unusual forms, colorful spines, spectacular flowers, ornamental fruits, and incredible durability make them some of the most rewarding plants for both homeowners and collectors.
Shipping Info.
All shipments over $100 are fully insured with the carrier and all orders over $700 will require a signature, Please track your order and have someone available.
SHIPPING & HANDLING RATES AND INFO.
At the current time we only ship to the lower 48 states. We do NOT ship to AK, HI, PR or internationally. Orders placed from these areas will be refunded and cancelled. Orders placed from the western regions in the US can have an extended delivery time up to 9 days, we strongly recommend selecting 2 day UPS or placing your order in early spring or late fall to avoid hot summer temps. In these regions you are accepting full responsibility for the shipment and understand the risks involved due to distance and temperatures. Western shipments are not guaranteed in the months of May-September.
**Please understand we are unable to constantly monitor the temperatures across the entire United States. If you know the temperatures in your area are not conducive to shipping plants enclosed in a box from Florida to your location, please wait until temperatures are more favorable. We do not guarantee plants due to extreme temperatures during shipping. All shipping rates include all shipping and handling fees.
**To better serve you, during certain times of the year, when heat and travel time may become an issue, we offer UPS 2 Day which may be considerably more expensive however safer for your shipment. Due to extended travel time and weather conditions we remove the UPS Ground options to some locations to prevent loss and heat damage.
An original unboxing video will be required for any claims(s) of shortage(s).
**About delivery time: During checkout you will notice the shipping time states "once shipped" in days but our "delivery time" is stated in weeks. That is because, our nursery typically receives over 1-2 hundred orders a week with orders consisting of 1 to 20+ plants each, which adds up to around 1,000 plants per week to prepare and ship, when we are only able to properly ship around 125 or so orders per week. We are a nursery of two people doing all the maintenance, propagation, shipping and customer service, working eight days per week. We do not take any short cuts while packaging and each plant is handled and treated with the utmost care. When the orders in our shipping queue reach 300, we turn off the site checkout process until the shipping queue is down to a manageable 200 or less orders.
Example:
1. You order on the first of the month with 2 day shipping.
2. Shipping queue orders are at 2-4 weeks.
3. At week 2-4 your order is ready to ship.
4. You selected two day shipping, so your order will be to you in 2 days after UPS picks it up.
All shipments are insured by UPS for transit loss.
WHAT ARE THE SHIPPING & HANDLING RATES? At the current time we do not ship to Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico.
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Local UPS Ground Shipping and Packaging to: Florida and Georgia. Orders Over $299.00 Ship Free! |
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| Items Ordered | Shipping Charge |
| 1 | $15.00 |
| Plus | $4.50 per additional item. |
| Example | Shipping Total |
| 1 Item | $15.00 |
| 5 Items | $33.00 |
| 10 Items | $55.50 |
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UPS Ground Shipping and Packaging to Eastern Regions: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, DC, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin. |
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| Items Ordered | Shipping Charge |
| 1 | $25.00 |
| Plus | $7.60 per additional item. |
| Example | Shipping Total |
| 1 Item | $25.00 |
| 5 Items | $55.40 |
| 10 Items | $93.40 |
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UPS Ground Shipping and Packaging to Western Regions**: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. When temperatures rise we only offer 2 day shipping o these destinations which is considerably higher than the rates shown. |
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| Items Ordered | Shipping Charge |
| 1 | $35.00 |
| Plus | $8.99 per additional item. |
| Example | Shipping Total |
| 1 Item | $35.00 |
| 5 Items | $70.69 |
| 10 Items | $115.91 |
WHAT IF MY PACKAGE IS LOST OR STOLEN?
PLEASE TRACK YOUR PACKAGE! Once shipped all sales are final, tracking info. is automatically emailed as soon as it becomes available you must trace the shipment to your door, we simply ship the product to the address supplied to us on your invoice, we ARE NOT responsible for lost, stolen or damaged packages once delivered, this includes heat or cold damage when delivered outside. If you have any issues contact UPS, not us. Chances are you will loose all the money spent, so PLEASE TRACK YOUR PACKAGE and have someone there to accept it. Note: shipping delays may occur if we experience a heavier volume of orders.
Orders placed from the western regions can have an extended delivery time up to 8 days, we strongly recommend orders be placed in early spring or late fall to avoid hot summer temps. In these regions you are accepting full responsibility for the shipment, the mortality of the plants ordered and understand the risks involved due to distance and temperatures. Western shipments are not guaranteed in the months of June-September.
HOW ARE PLANTS PACKAGED FOR SHIPMENT?
Wow, like a present! With our state of the art packaging we can ensure that your new plant arrives in style. Before leaving our growers all plants are inspected, watered and pruned if necessary. Your new plant is bagged to keep the soil moist and to ensure that the soil stays in the pot not loose in the box. Then your plants are tissue or kraft paper wrapped and secured in place with natural biodegradable peanuts, you will be pleased.
DO YOU SHIP PLANTS ANY TIME OF THE YEAR?
Sorry, no we don't. Most of the plants offered are very tropical and require temperatures above 40º at all times. On occasion some orders may be delayed if the weather conditions in your area warrant that the shipment be held. This helps to ensure the survival of your new plant. During the winter months when we are no longer shipping plants, our growers spend their time researching new species and new growing techniques to provide you with the most unique and superior species of plants available anywhere.
HOW LARGE ARE THE POTS THE PLANTS COME IN?
It varies. All plants for sale will vary in size. In the spring, plants are often smaller than plants shipped in the fall. Most plants designated with a sku ending in -4, -6 or -8 will arrive in a standard 4 inch, 6 inch or 8 inch round growers pot respectively, -2 will be in our new 11 cu. inch pot for stronger roots. Our new, reusable, recyclable deep pots are 8 inches deep and 3x3 inches in diameter. Products growing in these pots are easy to transplant and allow for deeper, faster growth and are designated with a -t3, most of these are often come with a 36" totem. (Note: The item sku number can be found just below the buy button.) The color and style of these pots may vary. If we are out of a particular size item, we may ship a larger size at no additional charge. You can see the various pot sizes and actual plants ready to ship.
ARE SHIPPING OPTIONS AVAILABLE?
No. Sorry, At the present the only shipping option available is UPS Ground ®. UPS ® has proven themselves in the industry and have become the carrier of choice for our family of growers. With reasonable rates, careful handling and on time service you can be sure that your shipment will arrive ready to be enjoyed.
HOW CAN I ESTIMATE THE ARRIVAL DATE?
To ensure proper delivery most orders will take 1 - 3 weeks. The delivery time can vary depending on the work load, seasonal holidays and your location. You will automatically be notified by email with tracking information when your order ships, allowing you to trace the shipment to its destination. Rest easy knowing that your plant will not ship until it is inspected, watered, bagged and properly packaged.
WILL ALL OF MY PACKAGES BE SHIPPED BY UPS?
Yes. We not only trust UPS® with our plants. They are the exclusive shipper of our growers when it comes to plants, pots and accessories.
CAN ORDERS BE SHIPPED OUTSIDE THE US?
Presently we only ship inside the lower 48 states. With the current USDA regulations regarding shipment of live plants, our family of growers are restricted to and governed by the guidelines for certification within the lower 48 states only. Orders shipping to Alaska, Hawaii and internationally will not be accepted.
CAN I CHANGE A SHIPPING ADDRESS ONCE I'VE PLACED AN ORDER?
We're sorry. Shipping information can only be changed if you email our customer service immediately after your order has been submitted. We process orders very quickly, and once an order begins the fulfillment process we're unable to modify it. We apologize for any inconvenience, and we hope that in the majority of cases our faster processing times work to your advantage. If you have questions about your order, please contact us via email. click here
WILL MY PLANT SURVIVE IF IT ARRIVES WITH BROWN OR DAMAGED LEAVES?
Your, plant should be fine. Occasionally transit damage will occur. If your plant arrives a bit shaken and stressed, simply follow your plants "Care & Culture" instructions and it should return to its full beauty and luster with in a few weeks. Note: We do not warrant bent or broken leaves, it is only natural that some minor damage will occur. Certain plant varieties do not like to be shipped and can loose some or all of their leaves during transit, this is common and the plant is not dead, it is simply in shock and should bud within 30 days or so.
WHAT DO I DO IF MY SHIPMENT ARRIVES CRUSHED OR DAMAGED?
It depends on the extent of the damage. If your shipment arrives and the box is severely crushed or damaged, you can either refuse the shipment or place a "Claim" directly with UPS Ground for loss or damage at UPS.com. However, in doing this you must realize that if you have ordered an item that is in short supply or high demand, we can not guarantee a replacement.
WHAT DO I DO IF I DO NOT RECEIVE MY ENTIRE ORDER?
Read your packing slip. First, read your packing slip to be sure that everything you ordered has been shipped. Second, If you only receive a partial shipment don't worry. There is no need to panic. If your entire shipment does not arrive within 4 weeks from the time you placed your order, please e-mail us with your order number and name so we can trace the missing item(s) and promptly correct the situation. click here
CAN I CANCEL MY ORDER?
Sure, but you must do it quickly. Orders canceled after the UPS tracking information has been sent but prior to shipping will be charged a 30% restocking fee. Understand at that point your plants have been pulled from various greenhouses, tagged, cleaned, bagged, watered, wrapped, bagged again, packaged with p-nuts, paperwork, box, tape and state permits. If for any reason you need to cancel an order it must be done ASAP prior to packaging for a full refund. Due to the current global environment, ALL SALES ARE FINAL ONCE ITEMS ARE IN THE POSSESSION OF THE CARRIER. No refunds or compensation will be provided for any reason.
WHAT IS YOUR PHONE NUMBER?
Sorry, There is no available telephone number. Our team members are always in the field maintaining the foliage. Email is the most efficient way to answer questions and concerns. click here
MY ORDER JUST ARRIVED, WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO THE PLANTS?
Immediately unpack your plants very carefully, most damage occurs in the hurried attempt to see the new plants. When your plants arrive you will need to water them if necessary.
WHAT PLANTS ARE SAFE FOR KIDS AND PETS?
You will have to do your research. We make absolutely no claims as to plant safety, of any plant whatsoever. If in question, please do your homework prior to ordering. For your pets you may want to visit the ASPCA. Please read our Terms of Service and Return Policies prior to purchasing.
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