Opuntia fragilis x 'Duchesne Red'

Also Known As

Duchesne Red Prickly Pear Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 8"-10"
W: 8"-10"

planting zones

4a-10a

Opuntia fragilis x 'Duchesne Red' plant details

Opuntia fragilis x 'Duchesne Red' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia fragilis x 'Duchesne Red'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 8 IN - 10 IN - wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: compact, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia fragilis x 'Duchesne Red'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This probable hybrid from the county of the same name, has chubby little pads about 1 by 2", forming 8 to 10" compact clusters with gray and black spines, prominent red glouchids and light yellow flowers. Easy to grow if given bright light and summer moisture along with well drained soil, excellent in containers. USDA zone 4 at least.