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Buy Opuntia humifusa - From Bob Johnston [Missouri]
Also Known As
- Opuntia humifusa [Bob Johnston, Missouri]
- Eastern Prickly Pear
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 4a-10b
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Opuntia humifusa - From Bob Johnston [Missouri] plant details
Opuntia humifusa - From Bob Johnston [Missouri] is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer red and yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia humifusa - From Bob Johnston [Missouri]
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: red and yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia humifusa - From Bob Johnston [Missouri]
- USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
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How to Grow Opuntia humifusa - From Bob Johnston [Missouri]
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 6"
Width: 6"
- sun
- occasional - low
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 18"
Width: 4"
- sun
- occasional - low
- dry in winter
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 12"
- sun
- occasional - low
- dry in winter
aka Cylindropuntia whipplei 'Trumball Pink', Opuntia whipplei [Trumball Pink]
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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aka Opuntia whipplei 'Snow Leopard'
Plant Type
Shrub, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
5a-10a
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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