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Also Known As

  • Blueby Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

    planting zones

    • 8a-10a

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    Opuntia aurea 'Blueby' [Brows] plant details

    Opuntia aurea 'Blueby' [Brows] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. 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 aurea 'Blueby' [Brows]

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: cactaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric, year-round-interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia aurea 'Blueby' [Brows]

    USDA Zones: 8a - 10a
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Blue tinted pads form irregularly sprawling plants to about 3' across. Slightly sunken areales are (mostly) spineless, but the plentiful thick cladodes are the star. Beautiful in the garden or container. Well drained soil and full sun.

    Gardening facts about Opuntia aurea 'Blueby' [Brows] plant

    How to Grow Opuntia aurea 'Blueby' [Brows]

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty
    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant
    • Water Needs

      • dry in winter
    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    Features

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
    • Foliage Color

      • green
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