Teddy Bear Cholla not-blooming and other beneficial insects from

and other beneficial insects from spring through fall

Yes — this is one of the few agaves with no sharp terminal spine and soft leaf margins

Winter dormancy: Stop watering entirely or water once a month at most — Plumeria needs a dry rest period

tight form keeps it well away from pool surfaces

well-suited for a variety of design styles and applications

Teddy Bear Cholla not-blooming and other beneficial insects fromArizona's Iconic Golden Desert Cactus Glowing Spines & Untouchable Beauty Teddy Bear Cholla (Cylindropuntia bigelovii) is one of the most iconic and photogenic cacti in the Sonoran Desert. Despite its cuddly name, this cactus is anything but its densely packed, silvery gold spines create a stunning halo effect that glows in the Arizona sun, making it one of the most visually striking plants in any desert landscape. Teddy Bear Cholla is a true Sonoran