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Opuntia gomei 'Old Mexico'

Also Known As

  • Old Mexico Prickly Pear

Plant type

shrub, cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Opuntia gomei 'Old Mexico' plant details

Opuntia gomei 'Old Mexico' is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia gomei 'Old Mexico'

Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia gomei 'Old Mexico'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Opuntia gomei 'Old Mexico' plant

How to Grow Opuntia gomei 'Old Mexico'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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