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Opuntia phaeacantha

Englemann Prickly Pear

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Olin Miller

 

Description

This plant has sage-green pods and produces yellow-orange flowers tha bloom in summer. It is extremely drought tolerant and does well in full sun to partial shade with 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

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.