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Opuntia phaeacantha 'Plum'
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 15"
- W: 48"
planting zones
- 5a-10b
Opuntia phaeacantha 'Plum' plant details
Opuntia phaeacantha 'Plum' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with burgundy and green foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with sun and occasional - 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 phaeacantha 'Plum'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
- Mature size: 48 IN wide, 15 IN tall
- Flowers: magenta blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia phaeacantha 'Plum'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Opuntia phaeacantha 'Plum' plant
How to Grow Opuntia phaeacantha 'Plum'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- burgundy
Flower Color
- magenta
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Zones
8a-9a
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
6a-10a
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 12"
- sun
- occasional - low
- dry in winter
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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