Opuntia pycnantha
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"-18"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 9b-11
Opuntia pycnantha plant details
Opuntia pycnantha is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia pycnantha
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, spiky, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia pycnantha
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
Gardening facts about Opuntia pycnantha plant
How to Grow Opuntia pycnantha
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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