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Opuntia fragilis x - Wasatch, CO

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 4a-10a

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Opuntia fragilis x - Wasatch, CO plant details

Opuntia fragilis x - Wasatch, CO is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia fragilis x - Wasatch, CO

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia fragilis x - Wasatch, CO

USDA Zones: 4a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Opuntia fragilis x - Wasatch, CO plant

How to Grow Opuntia fragilis x - Wasatch, CO

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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