Crested Blue MyrtleRare Crested Collector Cactus for Phoenix Desert Gardens Crested Blue Myrtle (Myrtillocactus geometrizans f. cristata) is one of the rarest and most visually captivating cacti you can add to a Phoenix Valley landscape or collection. Instead of growing in normal columnar form, the crested mutation produces spectacular fan shaped, brain like undulating growth that looks like a living sculpture. Each plant is completely unique no two crests are alike.

broad shade in a Phoenix yard

✔ Heat-Loving (Reflected-Heat Tolerant)   ✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Evergreen   ✔ Low-Maintenance   ✔ Pool-Friendly (Low-Litter)   ✔ Deer & Rabbit-Resistant   ✔ Cold-Hardy to 20°F

Winter (Dec to Jan): Stays fully evergreen and colorful

Do pads fall off

grass-like texture unlike anything else in the Arizona landscape palette

Monsoon rain helps

Plumeria has mild toxicity — it can cause GI upset if leaves or sap are ingested by pets

Mexican Fence Post: smooth straight columns for a clean vertical counterpoint to the whimsical form

Root rot is the #1 killer

Always let the soil dry completely between waterings

low-water specimen with real personality

Screen Length Plants at 4 ft Centers 12 ft 3–4 20 ft 5–6 40 ft 10–11 Set columns at least 4 ft back from walkways and pool edges so the spiny ribs stay clear of foot traffic