Opuntia phaeacantha
Sprawling Prickly Pear
Description
This attractive cactus grows slowly to 3' x 3'. It has sage-green pads and yellow-orange flowers that bloom in summer. It is extremely drought tolerant. Accepts full sun to partial shade. Needs good drainage.
Plant Type
Shrub, Succulent, Cactus
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
Spanish
Accenting Features
Specimen, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Foundation, With Rocks
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.