Buy Opuntia fragilis 'Bishop Springs'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 18"
W: 4"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Opuntia fragilis 'Bishop Springs' plant details

Opuntia fragilis 'Bishop Springs' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. 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 fragilis 'Bishop Springs'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia fragilis 'Bishop Springs'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction. From a small desert oasis NE of Baker City in eastern Oregon, this colony, nearly eradicated by highway development, is from a single clump of about 18" wide by 4" tall, with pretty hay and mahogany colored spines and occasionally cheery yellow flowers. Not quite as fragile as others of the species. Excellent in rock garden or container with bright light and well drained soil. USDA Zone 5, if not 4.