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Opuntia fragilis [IB318 Wenatchee hybrid]

Also Known As

  • Opuntia fragilis 'Wenatchee Hybrid'
  • Brittle Prickly Pear
  • Wenatchee Hybrid Prikly Pear

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 4"-12"
  • W: 12"-36"

planting zones

  • 4a-10b

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Opuntia fragilis [IB318 Wenatchee hybrid] plant details

Opuntia fragilis [IB318 Wenatchee hybrid] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia fragilis [IB318 Wenatchee hybrid]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 4 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, spiky, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia fragilis [IB318 Wenatchee hybrid]

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Like O. fragilis, but much fatter pads, large mats, BIG yellow flowers! Rocky soil. -30 °F. E. Wash.

Gardening facts about Opuntia fragilis [IB318 Wenatchee hybrid] plant

How to Grow Opuntia fragilis [IB318 Wenatchee hybrid]

  • Soil Needs

    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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