Buy Opuntia humifusa x macrorhiza

Also Known As

Prickly Pear Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6"
W: 24"

planting zones

6a-10a

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Opuntia humifusa x macrorhiza plant details

Opuntia humifusa x macrorhiza is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue 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 humifusa x macrorhiza

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia humifusa x macrorhiza

USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Visually striking, low-growing wild opuntia hybrid, staying under 6" in height but spreading to 24", with nicely contrasting bright blue-green pads and bright yellow, slightly ruffled flowers with orange-red centers. Full sun. Excellent container specimen in well-drained soil and little to no watering. Frost hardy to USDA zone 6.