Opuntia x columbiana 'McNary'

Opuntia x columbiana 'McNary' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. 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 Opuntia x columbiana 'McNary'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent

Plant family: cactaceae

Foliage: evergreen blue and green

Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall

Flowers: yellow blooms in spring

Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, spiky, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia x columbiana 'McNary'

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