Opuntia fragilis th.073 [Salinas Creek]

Also Known As

Brittle Prickly Pear

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 4"-5"
W: 18"

planting zones

4a-10a

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Opuntia fragilis th.073 [Salinas Creek] plant details

Opuntia fragilis th.073 [Salinas Creek] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional 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 fragilis th.073 [Salinas Creek]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 4 IN - 5 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia fragilis th.073 [Salinas Creek]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Another find from southern Utah by plantsman Tim Hanis, these small, round, padded clumps, to 4-5" tall and 18" wide, are adorned with cream and white spines and gold glochids. Occasional yellow flowers appear in mid spring. Cute little pot, container, or rock garden creature for full sun. Frost hardy to -30F, USDA zone 4, possibly colder.