Opuntia macrocentra 'Tubac' |
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Violet Pad Opuntia |
Opuntia violacea santa-rita is a cacti. Though perfectly hardy in the coldest winters, they need perfect drainage to survive winter freezes and thaws. It does well when grown in raised beds.
Plant Type
Shrub, Succulent, Cactus
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Purple
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.