Prickly Pear Cactus Plant - Opuntia spp. - Potted Spiny Succulent

About This Plant

Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia spp.) is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant spiny succulent. This mature cactus features a unique spiny texture and a clumping or spreading growth habit that can reach up to 3 feet tall. It thrives in full sun and is suitable for indoor sunny windowsills or outdoor xeriscapes and rock gardens. It may produce vibrant, edible fruits and helps attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

What You Will Receive

One healthy Prickly Pear Cactus plant, available as a potted plant in a biodegradable pot.

• Format: potted plant
• Common Name: Prickly Pear Cactus
• Scientific Name: Opuntia spp.
• Sunlight: Full sun, at least 6 hours a day
• Watering: Water every 2-3 weeks, allow soil to dry out between waterings
• Soil: Well-draining cactus mix or sandy soil
• Hardiness Zones: 9-11
• Growth Habit: Clumping or spreading, up to 3 feet tall

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

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