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Saguaro ID: Long Spines on Top Are Normal

Seedling Defense

5-year-old "saguaro" with 3-inch spines on top, 1-inch at base. Normal.

Why

Long spines protect tender apex from herbivores (deer, javelina, rabbits).
Base spines shorter – less browsing pressure.
Spines gray, stem dark green = healthy saguaro.

Confirmation

Email photo to gregandkat@msn.com for 100% ID, but description matches perfectly.

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