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Opuntia violacea santa-rita

Santa Rita Prickly Pear

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Description

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

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

n/a

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Foundation

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

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.