Opuntia basilaris var. brachyclada 'Wrightwood'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

5a-10b

Opuntia basilaris var. brachyclada 'Wrightwood' plant details

Opuntia basilaris var. brachyclada 'Wrightwood' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring magenta 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 gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia basilaris var. brachyclada 'Wrightwood'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia basilaris var. brachyclada 'Wrightwood'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From a most interesting valley in the eastern San Bernardino mountains of SoCal, this miniature beavertail grows to only about 6" in height by 12" in width. The blue-green stems polka dotted with orange glochids (don't touch), and magenta flowers mid spring. Excellent in containers or a very well drained garden situation. Full sun USDA Zone 5.