Ocotillo Cold Hardiness: Survives 22°F (10° Below Freezing), Not -10°F

Can Ocotillo Handle 10° Below Freezing at 4000 ft Elevation?

Owner at ~4000 ft, winters to 10° below freezing, wants drought-tolerant, freeze-hardy plants. Asks if ocotillo survives.

Greg confirms ocotillo hardy to ~22°F. If you mean -10°F (10 below zero), then no. Links to Desert Tropicals profile.

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