Opuntia basilaris 'Isabella Blue'

Also Known As

Isabella Blue Prickly Pear Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

5a-12

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Opuntia basilaris 'Isabella Blue' plant details

Opuntia basilaris 'Isabella Blue' is a cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia basilaris 'Isabella Blue'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, spiky, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia basilaris 'Isabella Blue'

USDA Zones: 5a - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus Introduction: This particularly attractive beavertail with a very light golden pattern of glochids and powdery blue stems comes from a unique spot near Lake Isabella growing among oaks and pines in more typical California oak woodland (rather than in the Mojave Desert). That makes this plant capable of withstanding long periods of summer drought AND a good winter soaking. Strawberry colored flowers in mid spring. To 12-18" in height and 2-3 feet wide (wider if kicked around by cattle as in its native habitat). Careful drainage, bright light. Zone 5.