Opuntia 'Snow White'

Also Known As

Snow White Pricklypear

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 5'
W: 4'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Opuntia 'Snow White' plant details

Opuntia 'Snow White' is an easy to grow evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia 'Snow White'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Uses: container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia 'Snow White'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Charming prickly pear, with a slender, upright habit and fluffy white fur a juvenile form -- easy to see how it gets the common name. To 5 ft tall x 4 ft wide. He looks delicate, but can withstand drought, heat, sun, and cold. Easy to grow with bright light and full drainage. Great in containers. Hardyness so far unproven but likely zone 8, particularly if winter dry.