Devil's Tongue not-shade or adding a signature cactus

or adding a signature cactus to a Chandler courtyard — Spineless Prickly Pear is the smart

remove spent flower clusters when about half the blooms have faded

Spring (Feb to Apr): The peak show

Variegated Lophantha: compact green-and-gold striping that echoes the variegation

or cluster 3 to 5 near boulders as a xeriscape accent

Devil's Tongue not-shade or adding a signature cactusA Compact Desert Gem Bold Flat Spines & Easy Care Devil's Tongue Cactus (Ferocactus latispinus) is one of the most visually striking compact barrel cacti you can grow in the Phoenix Valley. Named for its distinctive wide, flat, hook tipped central spine that resembles a tongue, this Mexican native packs serious visual punch in a small package. Reaching just 12 feet tall and wide, it's the perfect barrel cactus for smaller spaces containers, rock