Opuntia x columbiana 'Clarno'

Also Known As

Opuntia erinacea x O. fragilis var. columbiana 'Clarno'
Prickly Pear Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

5a-10b

Opuntia x columbiana 'Clarno' plant details

Opuntia x columbiana 'Clarno' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia x columbiana 'Clarno'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: clumping, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, spiky, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia x columbiana 'Clarno'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Particularly attractive form of this lovely native from the painted desert country in Central Oregon. Rounded pads to 3" across bear evenly spaced, golden spines and form clumps to 18" tall. Lean, well-drained soil provides the best site in the garden with little water in summer. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 5, or lower. A good container or rock garden plant.