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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    March 26, 2014
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    As far as I know, this is not normal. The plant is very old and may simply be dying from plain old age. But I would encourage you to contact your local extension service and discuss this with them. They may have information on how to save this beautiful plant. Here is the contact information for your local office: https://extension.arizona.edu/maricopa

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 8, 2015
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    Do to the protected nature of the Saguaro Cactus, I would encourage you to contact a professional.
    The size and age of your plant may have special considerations for pruning.
    Saguaro Cactus are one of the few cactus that will not root from cuttings, so replanting the pruned arm is not possible.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/saguaro/saguaro-cactus-care.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    December 1, 2015
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    The broken end should have been cut and dipped or rooting hormone applied before allowing the end to scar over.
    This will help from rot setting in.

    You could still try applying rooting hormone to the end before placing it in a cactus mix and wait and see.
    If successful it will take some time.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 20, 2017
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    I would contact your local County Extension Office and inquire if they have any local experts that can examine the cactus for you.
    Here is a link to find your closest office.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/

    Here are some some other links for you with more information.

    http://xtremehorticulture.blogspot.com/2013/04/saguaro-leaning-and-how-to-correct-it.html

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/saguaro/saguaro-cactus-care.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    November 19, 2017
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    Saguaros are supposed to be able to tolerate brief temperatures as low as 14 degrees F. Some experts warn against wrapping saguaros in burlap, because in wet weather it can trap water against the cactus and cause rot. A better protection method is to cover the tips of the arms with a styrofoam cup or similar, since they are the most easily damaged.

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    December 28, 2017
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    This sounds like the bloom was pollinated. This will lead to a red fruit, where the seeds will be located. There is nothing that needs to be done, as this is part of the natural life cycle.

    Here is more information on the care of the cactus: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/saguaro/saguaro-cactus-care.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    March 25, 2018
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    It sounds like it is far beyond repair. You can attempt the spray, but if it is gray and mushy, then it is probably on its way out. Just make sure, in the future, that the cactus is allowed to dry out between waterings. This will prevent fungal infections.

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