Buy Opuntia fragilis 'Red Butte'

Also Known As

Red Butte Brittle Pricklpear

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 3"
W: 18"

planting zones

4a-10b

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Opuntia fragilis 'Red Butte' plant details

Opuntia fragilis 'Red Butte' is a cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring 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 'Red Butte'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 3 IN tall
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, spiky, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia fragilis 'Red Butte'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Tim Hanis collection from a small hill of the same name in Utah. The pads are quite thick, somewhat flattened, to 3" with sturdy golden and white spines. Makes small clumps to about 18" wide. Another very good rock garden, tough or container plant. Frost hardy to at least -30F, USDA zone 4.