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Heirloom Yellow Opuntia, also known as Prickly Pear Cactus, is a striking flowering succulent valued for its bright yellow blooms and low-maintenance growth. Ideal for rock gardens, desert landscapes, and container planting, this pollinator-friendly variety attracts bees and butterflies while adding vibrant color to arid or drought-tolerant gardens.
Features:
Heirloom Yellow Opuntia variety
Produces bright, long-lasting yellow blooms
Pollinator-friendly, attracting bees and butterflies
Perfect for rock gardens, desert landscapes, and containers
Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant
Specifications:
Plant Type: Succulent perennial cactus
Height: 12–36 inches
Bloom Time: Late spring to summer
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preference: Well-draining, sandy or rocky soil
Zones: USDA hardiness zones 7–11
Planting Season: Spring after last frost
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting to improve germination.
Indoor Sowing: Sow seeds in small pots with well-draining cactus soil. Keep soil lightly moist. Germination may take 2–4 weeks.
Transplanting: Move seedlings to larger pots or outdoor garden areas after they are strong enough to handle. Space plants 18–24 inches apart.
Care Tips: Water sparingly, allowing soil to dry between watering. Provide full sun for optimal growth. Remove spent flowers to encourage new blooms and maintain plant health.
Yellow Opuntia, commonly known as Prickly Pear Cactus, is valued for its bold yellow blooms and hardy succulent growth. Ideal for dry landscapes and rock gardens, it provides seasonal color while thriving in low-water conditions.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full sun
Planting Depth
0.5–1 cm deep
Sowing Method
Tray sowing recommended; transplant carefully
Plant Spacing
24–36 inches apart
Days to Maturity
1–2 years for flowering
Soil Preparation
Light scarification and soaking for 24 hours recommended
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