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Opuntia microdasys

Yellow Bunny Ears, Goldplush Cactus

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Information by:         Photographer: Olin Miller

 

Description

This cactus will quickly grow 3' x 5'. It has flat, stiff, green pads with tufts of short, golden spikes. Inconspicuous yellow flowers bloom in the spring. New pads appear in pairs, like rabbit ears. Do not plant in high traffic areas or where children or pets play.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.

Give your plants a chance to breathe.

Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.