The Long Arms
In the first year of growth, the saguaro reaches a staggering height of a 1/4 inch. At 15 years, it may be a foot tall. When it reaches the age of 30, flower and fruit appear. At 50, it will be around 7 feet tall. The beginnings of the first branch come at the age of 75. By 100 years, it grows to 25 feet. The ones in the photo are probably 170 years old, are nearly 50 feet high, and weigh around 8 tons. Saguaros can live to be 200 years but usually no longer than 175. They are rare and they are magnificent.
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On 25 January 2008 Klaus Girk gave props:
Great job on Suguaro cacti..
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On 26 January 2008 Kim Hall said:
The saguaro are amazing. Great photo capturing the height and the individuality of each saguaro.
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On 31 January 2008 Janelle Mullen gave props:
Beautiful, I love the sharp blue contrast of the sky, it helps define the texture of the Sauaros.
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On 1 February 2008 judy fouse gave props:
amazing. I went through a forest of them around Phoenix when I was travelling sounth. I didn't know about their longevity. Thanks for sharing.
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On 6 February 2008 Mandolin Davis gave props:
great color!
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