Buy Opuntia 'Upright Oblong'

Also Known As

Opuntia x 'Upright Oblong'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 12"
W: 18"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Opuntia 'Upright Oblong' plant details

Opuntia 'Upright Oblong' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia 'Upright Oblong'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: compact, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia 'Upright Oblong'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction. This little gem, collected from a diverse area of Opuntia hybrids near Browse, Utah, shown to us originally by plantsman Tim Hannis, appears to have O. basilaris var. aurea and O. polyacantha in it's genes. A dense clump, to about 12" in height by about 18" wide, with dark green tinted red nearly spineless pads that are shaped well, upright and oblong. Pleasing pink flowers in early to mid spring. Tolerant of most prickly pear conditions if given sharp drainage, mineral soil, good light. USDA zone 5, if not colder.