Cylindropuntia ramosissima 'Sara's Robust'

Also Known As

Opuntia ramosissima 'Sara's Robust'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

6a-10b

Cylindropuntia ramosissima 'Sara's Robust' plant details

Cylindropuntia ramosissima 'Sara's Robust' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. 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 Cylindropuntia ramosissima 'Sara's Robust'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cylindropuntia ramosissima 'Sara's Robust'

USDA Zones: 6a - 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

This pretty selection found by Desert Way nursery near Phoenix, grows 18" to 2' by about the same, with multiple branches, pink tinted in winter and tipped with a halo of golden spines. This little cholla prefers excellent drainage and bright light, very sculptural container plant as well. USDA Zone 6.