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succulent cactus plants for sale Golden Barrel CactusNative to the arid regions of central Mexico, Echinocactus grusonii, known as the golden barrel cactus, is a very popular choice among plant enthusiasts; and it is used a lot in high end desert landscapes and rock gardens. The golden barrel cactus is a vibrant member of the Echinocactus genus and is also known as a mother in law's seat or golden ball cactus. Its distinctive round shape, resembling a barrel, gives it its common name. The golden barrel

Native to the arid regions of central Mexico, Echinocactus grusonii, known as the golden barrel cactus, is a very popular choice among plant enthusiasts; and it is used a lot in high-end desert landscapes and rock gardens. The golden barrel cactus is a vibrant member of the Echinocactus genus and is also known as a mother-in-law's seat or golden ball cactus. Its distinctive round shape, resembling a barrel, gives it its common name. 


The golden barrel cactus has a slow growth rate but can eventually reach an impressive size of around 3 feet in diameter, making it a striking focal point in any garden or indoor space.

And it's not just tough on the outside; it has an impressive lifespan of 100 years if given optimal conditions.

The golden barrel cactus flower rarely blooms indoors, which can take up to 15 years, and produces vibrant orange or yellow flowers that bloom from the top of the cactus.

These flowers are typically tubular and can attract pollinators such as bees and birds. The blooming period is usually in late spring or early summer, and the flowers can last for several weeks. 

Key Facts About Golden Barrel Cactus

  1. The golden barrel cactus can live for over a hundred years, with some reaching 150 years or more.
  2. This cactus gets its name from the golden-yellow spines that cover its spherical body.
  3. It can grow to be quite large, reaching heights of up to 3 feet and 2 feet wide.
  4. The golden barrel cactus is known for its ability to withstand extreme desert conditions, including high temperatures and drought.
  5. It produces vibrant yellow flowers that bloom in the summer after 15 years, adding a splash of color to its appearance.
  6. This cactus is a popular choice for desert landscapes, rock gardens, and xeriscaping because of its low maintenance requirements.

At the top of the cylindrical cactus, they form a discreet ring of beautiful spines. Over time, these cacti can take on an oblong shape and tend to lean towards the south. This leaning helps the spines better protect the cactus body from the intense desert sun. It's nature's way of providing shade and ensuring the cactus stays healthy and protected.

The Golden Barrel Cactus is a striking and popular choice for rock gardens, xeriscapes, and arid landscapes, where it serves as a bold focal point. Known for its spherical, ribbed structure covered in golden-yellow spines, this cactus provides both visual interest and texture, making it a standout in dry, minimalist landscapes.

The globular growth habit of golden barrel cactus contrasts beautifully with other succulents, ornamental rocks, and drought-tolerant plants, creating a natural, architectural look that complements desert-themed or low-water gardens. Because of its resilience to heat and low water requirements, the Golden Barrel Cactus is ideal for water-conscious gardening, where it adds structure and a vibrant golden hue that enhances the landscape's aesthetic appeal year-round.

When and How to Water Your Golden Barrel Cactus

Watering your barrel cactus in a new planting container is important, especially during its first season. These cacti need infrequent watering to keep the soil moist but not too wet. Make sure you check the soil before watering, as these cacti do not like to be waterlogged or soggy.   

When the cactus is dormant in the winter, water it less, soaking it completely.  Despite the right watering frequency, cactus roots can be damaged if the soil is not fast draining.   

Light Requirements - Where to Place Your Golden Barrel Cactus  

A potted indoor golden barrel cactus requires four hours of direct sunlight, which can be achieved by locating it on a sunny south- or west-facing windowsill. However, be cautious of intense, direct sunlight, as it can scorch the cactus. If you notice the cactus becoming pale or yellowish, it may be an indication that it's receiving too much light. Adjust its placement accordingly to provide the right balance.

If you are growing your barrel cactus outdoors, this cactus is a sun-loving plant and enjoys full sunlight. It thrives in bright, direct sunlight for most of the day.

 If you're planning to grow it in your garden or landscape, choose a spot that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. The more sunlight it receives, the better it will flourish.

If they don't receive enough sun exposure, their stems may grow leggy and become paler, and their spines will shorten, so make your Echinocactus grusonii happy and give it plenty of light. 

Optimal Soil & Fertilizer Needs 

Like many other cacti, golden barrel cactus plants can't avoid excess moisture and favor sandy, well-drained soil because these Echinocactus grusonii plants can promote root and stem rot. Planet Desert specializes in cactus, and we have a Go to soil cactus mix blend 1 gal 4 qt cacti succulent dirt compost growing mediaspecialized cactus potting mix that will help your golden barrel cactus thrive. As an alternative, you can create your customized potting mix by combining equal portions of perlite, coarse sand, and potting soil.  

Organic or 100% natural fertilizers (low nitrogen, and high potassium fertilizer) are the best choices. They last longer and keep your soil alive by adding other beneficial compounds and microbes that encourage golden barrel cactus health and nutrient absorption. So, skip those harsh chemicals and give your Echinocactus grusonii some love with a good natural fertilizer, once a year in the spring.

Hardiness Zones & More  

When it comes to indoor temperature, the Golden Barrel Cactus prefers a warm and dry environment. It thrives in temperatures between 70 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. It can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures during the winter months, but it's best to keep it away from drafts and cold windows. As for humidity, this cactus is native to arid regions and prefers low humidity levels. So, it's important to avoid placing it in areas with high humidity, such as bathrooms or kitchens.

For outdoor cultivation, this cactus is typically hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11. These zones generally have mild winters and hot summers, with temperatures ranging from 20 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter and above 90 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer.

If you live in a colder climate outside of these zones, it's best to grow the Golden Barrel Cactus in containers that can be moved indoors during the winter months. This will protect it from freezing temperatures and ensure its survival.

In their native habitat, the Echinocactus grusonii needs adequate ventilation but not humidity or frost. So, avoid areas with extremely humid climates or low, "airless" areas of your home. 

Wildlife - Golden Barrel Cactus Attracts the Following Friendly Pollinators

The Golden Barrel Cactus is a captivating plant that attracts various pollinators and beneficial insects. In its native habitat, the vibrant yellow flowers of this cactus, which bloom in spring or early summer, draw bees and other pollinating insects essential for its reproduction. 

Butterflies
Bees
Hummingbirds
Lady Bugs
Multi Pollinators
Other Birds

The Golden Barrel Cactus is generally considered mildly toxic to humans and pets. Its spines can cause injury if touched or mishandled, posing a slight risk to pets and people unfamiliar with its sharp exterior. The spines can lead to skin irritation or punctures, making it important to handle this cactus with care. 

How to Propagate Your Golden Barrel Cactus

To propagate your golden barrel cactus, you can carefully remove offsets or pups that have formed at the base of the plant. Gently separate them from the mother plant and allow them to callous over for a few days before planting them in well-draining soil. Water sparingly until they establish roots and continue to care for them as you would a mature cactus. Additionally, Propagating the golden barrel cactus can also done through seeds. With some patience and care, you can nurture these seeds into new golden barrel cactus plants. 

Final Thoughts

Overall, the golden barrel cactus is a stunning succulent with a round shape and pale green stem with golden-yellow spines. This cactus loves bright sunlight and well-draining soil, making it a perfect choice for rock gardens and desert landscapes. Echinocactus are fantastic plants for adding interest and excitement to the garden, and the golden barrel cactus is no exception, with her gorgeous yellow flowers that are sure to stand out!  A well-drained potting mix with drainage holes in the potting container will help you maintain temperatures and prevent too much moisture.  

Just remember to handle your Echinocactus grusonii, - golden barrel cactus plant - with care because those spines can be sharp! 

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★★★★★ 5
David Rohl: A "Maverick" in Search of History
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Recently I wrote a review of Peter Enns' book "The Evolution of Adam" in which I made a brief reference to David Rohl's "From Eden to Exile: The 5000 Year History of the People of the Bible." Several friends who read the review emailed me, curious about Rohl's book and encouraging me to follow up on Enns' book with a somewhat detailed review of From Eden to Exile. Hence...this review. From Eden to Exile is Rohl's own "follow-up" to his previous book "Pharaohs and Kings: A Biblical Quest." It's important here that I inform the reader of the following: (1) Pharaohs and Kings (in my view) is a far more compelling book than From Eden to Exile; and (2) I would strongly recommend that readers unfamiliar with Rohl read Pharaohs and Kings, prior to reading From Eden to Exile. With these thoughts in mind (and before commenting on Eden to Exile), I believe it will prove worthwhile to focus briefly on Rohl's Pharaohs and Kings prior to moving on to his second book - the two being closely related in terms of subject matter. First, it needs to be stated here at the outset that Rohl (unfortunately) has not received much in the way of either praise and/or encouragment from his fellow Egyptologists, most of whom see him as a sort of "reckless intruder" into the discipline, presenting arguments for a revised chronology (what Rohl refers to as "the New Chronology") that his critics appear to regard as little more than fanciful speculation. This is most unfortunate. Rohl's views are fully deserving of critical assessment; however, the casual (sometimes contemptuous) manner with which his views have been almost entirely dismissed hardly constitutes the "finest hour" in the discipline of ancient Egyptian studies - and this would include the oftentimes quite dismissive attitude of Kenneth A. Kitchen, an Egyptologist and conservative Christian who has written his own book on the subject:"On the Reliability of the Old Testament," Eerdmans, 2003. I clearly am no scholar on the history of ancient Egypt. On the other hand, I have been reading on the subject extensively now for more than 40 years - and this out of sheer love for the subject as opposed to academic profession. And one thing I have learned throughout this reading process is that ancient Egyptian chronology is - for a certainty - in some degree of chaos. (It's not all that difficult to locate comments to this effect from Egyptologists themselves). The standard reference guide for the chronology of ancient Egypt is based foundationally on a chronological history of the ancient pharaohs that dates all the way back to the writings of an Egyptian priest named Manetho, whose written account dates to the third century BC - not exactly what we normally consider "the latest available evidence." Furthermore, Manetho's account itself has not survived; what we do know of it is to be found in the writings of Josephus (first century AD), and the early church fathers Julius Africanus (third century AD) and Eusebius (fourth century AD). Indeed, Egyptian scholar (and conservative Christian) James K. Hoffmeier acknowledges as much in his recent book "Ancient Israel in Sinai" (Oxford, 2005) when he writes regarding Manetho's account: "It is widely acknowledged that names are garbled and that some of the dynasties are not sequential but contemporaneous, and that there are clearly legendary stories preserved... Nevertheless," he continues, "Manetho is taken seriously in historical studies." Indeed he is! Egyptologists have precious little more to go on from the ancient world other than Manetho's account. And yet it is somewhat astonishing to discover the extent to which Manetho's account has been (for the most part) dogmatized into a rigid system that appears to be unyielding. And it is against this rigid wall of Egyptological dogmatism that Rohl must butt his head. (Little wonder that he is not fondly regarded within the discipline). That being said, I would strongly caution all readers (and especially readers of the Old Testament, where a good deal of its chronology is tied directly to Manetho's modernized system) to regard this correlation - between OT chronology and Egyptian chronology - with some degree of appropriate caution. In fact, the very controversy over the date of the Exodus (13th century or 15th century) is related directly to the unbridled confusion surrounding ancient Egyptian chronology. As regards From Eden to Exile I would state the following: (1) Rohl's treatment of early Genesis (Adam to Abraham) is highly speculative and he appears to be connecting dots that were never intended to be contiguous; (2) his book takes on greater promise when he reaches the area of his own particular expertise: Joseph in Egypt. Rohl places Joseph firmly within the 12th dynasty, during the reign of pharaohs Senuseret III and Amenemhat III - and his arguments here (despite the standard protest from his fellow scholars) are highly compelling and fully deserving of something other than "we standard Egyptologists always know best!" (Quite frankly, I've reached the point where I believe a more positive - and more accurate! - understanding of ancient Egyptian chronology will have to await the work of younger scholars (and Rohl has plenty of them!) who are more willing to think outside the box by considering other possibilities. As so often happens, we must simply wait for the 'old guard' to retire so that younger scholars - with fresh ideas and a willingness to engage new evidence - can take their place.) And, finally (3); although much of From Eden to Exile is written in a style reminiscent of historical novels, this should not (in and of itself) cause the reader to think that all we have here is manufactured storyline. On the contrary (certainly beginning with Joseph), Rohl weaves his factual history into the unfolding story in such a way as to make the history not only real but filled with life and event. Furthermore, Rohl fully acknowledges in his Introduction that he will be telling a narrative story as he seeks to "fill in the gaps" where hard evidence from ancient historical sources is plain and simply unavailable. And because Rohl distances himself from any particular religious affiliation it means that both evangelicals and fundamentalists should be able to read his account to great profit, without becoming unduly disturbed by some of his conclusions (e.g., the first five chapters). Indeed, his astonishing defense of the historical integrity of the biblical account displays enormous objectivity, far surpassing (in many ways) various books on the subject that have been produced by Christian publishers throughout the past 25 years. I would like to conclude my comments here by strongly urging all evangelical OT scholars to thoroughly familiarize themselves with Rohl's writings - Pharaohs and Kings in particular. Despite his critics this book is entirely deserving of serious reflection. His defense of a 15th century date for the Exodus is (in my view...and the view of many others) highly compelling and by no means easy to dismiss. (I fully understand that most evangelical scholars opt for the later date of 1250 BC during the reign of Rameses II). One continues to wonder, however, why the reference to Rameses in Genesis 47:11 is so easily regarded as an anachronism while Exodus 1:11 somehow places one firmly within the reign of Rameses II. Or why the clear reference to 480 years in 1 Kings 6:1 is so easily dismissed as most likely merely symbolic as opposed to actual - this despite the additional support for a literal understanding of these years that one gets from Joshua 11:26. But then we already know why: standard Egyptian chronology places Rameses II in the mid-thirteenth century BC, all of which "harmonizes" so well with Exodus 1:11. Thus, ipso facto, the Exodus occurred @ 1250 BC. I find myself far more persuaded by Rohl's account of the Hyksos invasion of Egypt (very likely the Asiatic Amalakites of Exodus 17) following upon the Exodus, when Egypt was almost disemboweled and severely weakened by a God named Yahweh, then any other account of the Hyksos invasion I have ever read from any standard Egyptian historian. (By the way: a quick perusal of ten books in my own library on ancient Egypt displays an enormous amount of diversity and subjective opinion, a rather clear indication that (voices to the contrary) there is precious little overall harmony and understanding amongst the scholars themselves when dealing with numerous aspects of ancient Egypt and its pharaohs.) Perhaps all of Rohl's conclusions are entirely bogus. Nonetheless, the massive amount of information he offers the reader for serious consideration needs to be offset by responsible Egyptian historians who can demonstrate (clearly and persuasively) the error of his ways, and do so with strong and powerful evidence that will illustrate the point. (Ad hominen arguments are worthless as a retort.) I have yet to see such a detailed book (with good, solid evidence as opposed to preferred dogmatism) written in response to the growing body of historical evidence that Rohl and his staff of young investigators are busy compiling. This fact alone only raises more unsettling questions regarding the overall integrity of an Egyptian chronology that rests almost entirely and uncritically on a now lost document that dates back to several centuries before Christ. Rohl, via his own admission, is clearly outside the Christian faith...or any other faith. However, in terms of defending the historical integrity of scripture, he may well be the best friend any believer ever had. All the more, therefore, is the pity that OT scholars either have chosen to ignore him entirely...or (the more likely alternative) have never even heard of him. Hopefully...this will change in the very near future.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2012
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Mark W. Miller
Fort Morgan, US
★★★★★ 5
the garden was a real place, legends do have seeds of truth
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very well researched and the use of multiple sources/ events used to lock in events and CHRONOLOGIES is done with a sense of going where the evidence leads, instead of trying to CREATE a narrative. it is amazing how the people and place names shift thru the various empires and then later, the legends. very interesting that the exodus event vanquishes egypt, the the hyksos/ indo europeans take over and loot upper egypt. I totally agree with shishak mistake and new chronology. I find it fascinating king Akhenaten and tut were contemporary with king david and soloman. very interesting read about etruscians/ rome and carthage being remnants of troy. I love history this was a very interesting read. but be prepared for a menagerie of languages and names.....
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Paco
Belleville, US
★★★★★ 4
Time will tell.
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The New Chronology, the unorthodox historical time frame upon which this book is based, may be regarded by Professor Kitchen and other expert scholars in this field as 'one hundred per cent rubbish' but that does not prevent this book from being a very interesting and enjoyable read. As to the correctness or otherwise of the theory advanced, only time will tell.
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KEN TELLS ALL
Massapequa, US
★★★★★ 5
From Eden to Exile: The Five Thousand Year History of The People of The Bible
Format: Paperback
Well written book about a very interesting subject. Author is basically restructuring the traditionally accepted royal dynasty time periods of the Egyptian Pharaohs. I do accept that the traditional ancient time spans are mostly not accurate. This inaccuracy causes problems when trying to date other cultures of the same periods. The prime example is the biblical history of the Hebrews. When adjusting the Egyptian historical writings to around 200 years later you then do see references to accounts of a people who might have been the ancient Hebrews. It is interesting that we accept Egyptian history, as written in stone, but not the Hebrew written history. This author, and others, are disputing this accepted dating of Egyptian royal dynastic rule. The author tells a purely historical biblical history leaving religious commentary out of it. I don't agree with all his story but a great part of it is very possible. The bible is a religious and historical writing but it is possible to separate the two. The possibility of this new time frame being correct would change present day archaeology dramatically and would likely confirm much of secular biblical history. Ancient history of a particular culture must be correct in order to say if another culture existed at the same time. Right now Egyptian dating is being used to judge as to whether the biblical history is true. This of course is a very dubious yard stick. Who says ancient Egyptian writings are 100% true? Many have been found to be for political & religious purposes and not necessarily true. This book is an eye opener and puts a big ? mark about current historical dating and what is true and false about ancient Israel !
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Sharon Dooley
Birmingham, US
★★★★★ 3
Hmmm.
Format: Paperback
LOVED Pharaohs and Kings. Agree with New Chronology. But here, there is much to disagree with as he tries to explain away pre-flood events, he ties in Scripture with other local peoples ancient stories in ways that make God and His works look like a local god, little "g" - nothing to see here kind of god. The angel God places at the entrance to the Garden of Eden with a fiery sword a demon? The ark made out of reeds? Local flood, etc. I annotated the first half of this book to death, but after the flood, I annotated less and less as there was much more to agree with. I am open minded - I know there is archeological evidence as well as epigraphical evidence. But if it completely disagrees with Biblical text, it cannot work. I like Dave Rohl. You will probably get a lot out of most of the book, but he takes us completely down a different path than I expected pre-flood.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2013

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