Cylindropuntia leptocaulis 'Barnhart'

Also Known As

Opuntia leptocaulis 'Barnhart'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 18"
W: 18"

planting zones

5a-10b

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Cylindropuntia leptocaulis 'Barnhart' plant details

Cylindropuntia leptocaulis 'Barnhart' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. 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 heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cylindropuntia leptocaulis 'Barnhart'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cylindropuntia leptocaulis 'Barnhart'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus Introduction: Our collection from central Arizona below the Mogollon Rim several years ago where ranchland meets rocks, this makes a small succulent shrub of cholla-like stems but only about 1/8" wide and adorned with golden spines. A fairly long flowering period of yellow flowers followed by small red fruit, often lasting through much of the year. The whole plant grows to only about 18" in height. Easy to grow in a container. For bright, well drained garden conditions (just watch out for the winter sog). Zone 5