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Opuntia polyacantha var. nicholii

Also Known As

  • Opuntia polyacantha ssp. Nicholii
  • Navajo Bridge Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 36"-80"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Opuntia polyacantha var. nicholii plant details

Opuntia polyacantha var. nicholii is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia polyacantha var. nicholii

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 36 IN - 80 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia polyacantha var. nicholii

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Opuntia polyacantha var. nicholii plant

How to Grow Opuntia polyacantha var. nicholii

  • Soil Needs

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

    • occasional - low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Texture

    • glaucous
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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