Opuntia fragilis 'Alberta Sunset'

Also Known As

Alberta Sunset Prickly Pear

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 4"-5"
W: 18"

planting zones

3a-10b

Opuntia fragilis 'Alberta Sunset' plant details

Opuntia fragilis 'Alberta Sunset' is a cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring pink 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia fragilis 'Alberta Sunset'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 4 IN - 5 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, spiky, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia fragilis 'Alberta Sunset'

USDA Zones: 3a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Claude Barr introduction many years ago, this diminutive plant from the northern Great Plains grows only to 4-5" to height forming colonies of dense clumps to 18" in diameter over time. With nearly spineless pads and colors beginning warm yellow and aging through colors of the sunset. Fantastic for the rock garden or a small container. Zone 3 Cactaceae