Saguaro cactus are not the largest cactus in the world, but they are well up there in the size category. They can grow over 50 feet tall and weigh into the tons. This huge plant structure is supported by an internal skeleton made up of extremely hard rods surrounded by the fleshy components. The structure also allows the cactus to expand and contract depending on the supply of water available. All saguaros are protected by law. We planted a small 6 inch saguaro about 25 years ago. At that time, the plant was probably about 5 years old. When we moved, we took all of our cactus with us and transplanted them in our new home. Some of them died, but the saguaro thrived and is now about five feet tall. We are still waiting to see it flower. I understand they don't flower until they are well over 30 years old, so that might happen any year now.
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