Opuntia microdasys [Dwarf Red]
Also Known As
- Dwarf Bunny Ears Cactus
- Dwarf Red Prickly Pear Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 18"
- W: 18"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Opuntia microdasys [Dwarf Red] plant details
Opuntia microdasys [Dwarf Red] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. 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 microdasys [Dwarf Red]
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 18 IN wide, 18 IN tall
- Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric, year-round-interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia microdasys [Dwarf Red]
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
Gardening facts about Opuntia microdasys [Dwarf Red] plant
How to Grow Opuntia microdasys [Dwarf Red]
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Sun Exposure
- sun
Features
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Texture
- glaucous
Flower Color
- red
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 6"
Width: 6"
- sun
- occasional - low
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 18"
Width: 4"
- sun
- occasional - low
- dry in winter
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 12"
- sun
- occasional - low
- dry in winter
aka Cylindropuntia whipplei 'Trumball Pink', Opuntia whipplei [Trumball Pink]
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
![Photo of Cylindropuntia whipplei [Trumball Pink] foliage by plant lust](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/2e/ba/2eba32f4b9b67865a4e61c143fc293c8.webp)
aka Opuntia whipplei 'Snow Leopard'
Plant Type
Shrub, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
5a-10a
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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