Cylindropuntia whipplei 'Wah Wah'

Cylindropuntia whipplei 'Wah Wah' is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer chartreuse, green and yellow flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly 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, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cylindropuntia whipplei 'Wah Wah'

Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub

Plant family: cactaceae

Foliage: evergreen green

Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall

Flowers: chartreuse, green and yellow blooms in spring and summer

Uses: container plant, desert garden, easy-to-grow, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cylindropuntia whipplei 'Wah Wah'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b

Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun

Watering frequency: occasional - low

Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, verticillium wilt and wind

Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained