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Opuntia humifusa x macrorhiza
Also Known As
- Prickly Pear Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 6a-10a
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
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cistus Nursery
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Gardening facts about Opuntia humifusa x macrorhiza plant
How to Grow Opuntia humifusa x macrorhiza
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 6'-10'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 3'-8'
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
Height: 4"-15"
Width: 20"-30"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
Height: 3'-6'
Width: 5'-8'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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