Opuntia imbricata 'Tim's Purple'
Also Known As
- Chain Cholla
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6'
- W: 4'
planting zones
- 6a-10a
Opuntia imbricata 'Tim's Purple' plant details
Opuntia imbricata 'Tim's Purple' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia imbricata 'Tim's Purple'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT wide, 6 FT tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, unique, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia imbricata 'Tim's Purple'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
Gardening facts about Opuntia imbricata 'Tim's Purple' plant
How to Grow Opuntia imbricata 'Tim's Purple'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Fruit
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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Zones
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- dry in winter
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