Opuntia ficus-indica 'Burbank's Spineless'

Also Known As

Opuntia 'Burbank Spineless'
Opuntia engelmannii x ficus-indica
Burbank's Spineless Prickly Pear
Spineless Prickly Pear

Plant type

shrub, cactus / succulent, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 6'-12'
W: 3'-8'

planting zones

9a-12

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Opuntia ficus-indica 'Burbank's Spineless' plant details

Opuntia ficus-indica 'Burbank's Spineless' is an evergreen cactus / succulent, fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In summer orange and yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia ficus-indica 'Burbank's Spineless'

Plant type: cactus / succulent, fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia ficus-indica 'Burbank's Spineless'

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Opuntia “Burbank Spineless” is a classic edible nopales cultivated by Luther Burbank in Santa Rosa. You can tour the house! Can grow 10 to 12 feet tall. Edible fruit.