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1 Relocating one of your saguaros around the base about 12 inches out exposingall the roots. Cut roots that extend beyond a footbut not the tap root(s) that goes straight down. Someone needs to hold the cactus upright whileanother person digs to expose the tap roots. Gentlylay the saguaro down, trim broken roots. You can replant immediately per previous instructions beingcareful not to damage or smash the tap the barrel guide with some additionalsuggestions per of the hedgehogcacti are marked forsouth with a white markon the spines or the skin. If not marked place theside with heavier spinesor signs of flower budstowards the south if thisis evident, else as many roots as possible on the hedgehogs,trimming only the damaged ones and anythingbeyond 6 inches long. Dead or damaged heads canbe removed using a sharp clean blade like aserrated bread Suggestions - All CactiOur Native cacti protect themselves from the sunwith spines.

2 If your rescued cacti is not heavilyspined or is bright green, then it may have beengrowing in a shady location like under a bush ortree. All will need some extra shade for the firstyear if planted in the direct sun to be sure it doesnot sunburn. Heavy shade will not let the cactusadjust to the new conditions, use only about 30%blockage shade cloth or some branches from abush. Most stores do not know the percentblockage for their shade cloth, nurseries Native Plant TagsThe State of Arizona Native Plant tag, Department ofAgriculture, is to remain on the cactus until replanted. It is against the law to transport a Native Plant that wasremoved from its original growing location without avalid tag attached to the Plant . This does not apply tocultivated plants grown from seed or cuttings. Violations may constitute a felony and may subject theviolator to a fine, up to $250 per Plant . Once the cactusis planted, remove the tag and keep it as proof ofownership.

3 The tags may not be reused on anotherplant. Once a Native cactus is relocated with the proper tag, itdoes not need another tag when relocated or sold unlessit is a saguaro over 4 feet tall. All saguaros over 4 feettall require a tag to be moved off your property or sold. Your original tag may be reused for the same saguaroonly. Contact the Arizona Department of Agriculturefor clarification or more information (520) over 8 inches tall will have a white tag withthe word Saguaro printed on it. All under 8 inchesand all other cacti will have yellow tags, each with aunique number to document the type of cactus listed onthe permit and to record the parcel number may relocate cacti on your property or destroy themwithout obtaining any tags or permits unless you areclearing 1/3 of an acre or more; then a permit must beobtained and a Native Plant inventory may be Contact InformationWeb: : Cactus @ Cactus & Succulent Society (TCSS)PO Box 64759 - Tucson, AZ 85728-4759 TCSS Cell/Text (520) 256-2447 rev.

4 2/20/13 Planting & Careof your bare-rootBarrel CactusHedgehogSaguaroYour cactus was rescued by volunteer members from the Cactus Rescue Crew of theTucson Cactus and Succulent Society It was rescued from a Greater Tucson area to be cleared for new development, a road widening, or possibly a new utility line. Thanks to a conscientious developer, the Cactus Rescue Crew, and you, this Native Plant will have a new home instead of being CactusFind the South side of the CactusAll barrel cacti should have been marked withwhite paint on the south side. A few spines or theskin of the Plant should have a white marking. It isvery important to orient the cactus in the samedirection that it was originally growing. They arevery sun sensitive and can easily sunburn. If notmarked, make a guessbased on the fact thatmost larger barrels tendto grow leaningtowards the will usually be aricher green on thenorth side, there areoften many finer spinesnear the cactus flesh onthe south side to givemore sun the RootsBarrel cactus roots should be trimmed to about 4 inches long prior to Planting .

5 For larger barrels, 12inches and larger, trim roots so they do not extendmuch beyond the outside edge of the cactus. Trimany broken roots just above the damage. Excessiveroot lengths will not help. New roots will develop underneath the Plant . New roots often grow fromthe cut off root a Good Location - Shunburn ConcernsPick a location that will not have standing waterfrom heavy rains (ponding) or weekly wateringfrom other plants . Some barrels grow under theshade of desert trees but most are in direct sun andcan take full sun once re-established. Use shadecloth (about 30% blockage) or a few branchesfrom brittlebush or other shrubs on the top andsouth side. Keep it shaded for the first 6 to 12months (especially in hot weather) to provide someshade if not shaded by trees or a HoleDig a shallow hole to accommodate the shape andthe roots on the bottom of the barrel. Dig it onlydeep enough to Plant it to the soil line on the sideof the cactus.

6 A quarter to half inch deeper won thurt. This may only be one or two inches for mostbarrels. Be sure the soil in the bottom of the holehas good drainage (a sandy granular soil). Plant itThe cactus should be planted as soon as possiblebut can sit in the shade for weeks. Orient to thesouth. It does not need to sit out for days as it doesnot have any flesh to heal over like cuttings have. Place the cactus in the hole and push soil aroundand under it so the roots are in contact with soil(use a stick or the end of your shovel to avoidinjury to your hands). The soil should be packedaround the base and roots to hold it in method is to add water to the soil as youplant to help embed the roots in the the Plant throughly about two weeks afterplanting so the roots get soaked. Water aboutevery three weeks in cooler months, no more thanonce per week in hot months for about a year untilestablished. Too much water can cause rot, killingthe cactus.

7 Sprinkling cacti (except ocotillo) willnot help, cacti need water down at the roots. Once the barrel cactus, hedgehog, or small saguaro(under 4 feet tall) is established, probably withinone year, it should not need any supplementalwater except possibly in very dry summer saguaros can take 4 or 5 years to re-establishand require less frequent watering since they haveso much storage to draw from assuming they werewell hydrated before being removed. As saguarosage, the bottom portion often turns a crusty brown. This is normal. Only saguaros with soft mushydiscolored areas should be treated or cut the barrel cactus instructions and theadditional suggestions per the notes south side should be marked like the barrelcacti. Saguaros can burn quite easily. Anylightening of the skin from a lighter green toyellowish or white is usually an indication that it isburning, give it some shade immediately, 30% isrecommended.

8 Sunburn is usually permanentdamage but will not kill the Plant if not too trimming the roots, donot trim the center tap rootmuch unless damaged. Whenplanting be sure to pack the soilto hold it vertical. It is best touse all chat material (smallpebbles) or pea gravel so it willpack but still let in plenty ofwater and air. Mortar sand isnot good as it packs solid. Donot use sulphur unless One of Your SaguarosSaguaros can be quite heavy so anything over 4feet tall requires two strong people and anythingover 6 feet usually requires some type ofmachinery. Depending on hydration, a 6 footsaguaro can easily weigh over 250 pounds. Largersaguaros should only be moved by professionalsas they can be very dangerous for the novice. Serious personal injury can result. The cactus skincan be easily damaged, the Plant can easily crackor even break in half. Any damage to the saguarowill greatly decrease the odds of the saguaro for south near the base so it canbe re-planted with the same orientation.

9 Wrap heavy carpet, with the plush side towards thesaguaro, around the entire cactus, especially overthe fattest part, tie ropes around the carpet in acouple of places to secure the carpet.