latin name

Opuntia

pollination requirements

requires pollination primarily by bees with the most pollen transfer, other insects can contribute but to a lesser extent.

site and soil

requires pollination primarily by bees with the most pollen transfer, other insects can contribute but to a lesser extent.

size at purchase

6-12 ft

Size at Maturity

Thrives in well-draining potting soil and enjoys ample sunlight. best grown in sandt and gravelly mix.

Desert Dream Prickly Pear

Name: Desert Dream Prickly Pear
Brand: Planting Justice
SKU: PJ-469-DES-ORG
Price: 10.0 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Opuntia

$10.00

$10.00 ~~$15.00~~

sold out

Certification

organic

Quantity must be 1 or more

A Blanca type Opuntia ficus-indica from Mexico. Sweet, large white fruit has excellent flavor and is mildly spiny.. Very cold hardy said to withstand temperatures down to -16 C (5 F). Lightly spined pads are sturdy and upright and are excellent for Nopales. We obtaned this selection from the National Arid Land Plant Genetic Resource Unit (NALPGRU) in Parlier, CA. Special thanks to Gabriela Romano who shared much information from evaluations done there to determine the best of the many varieties held their. Hardy zones 7-11.

latin name

Opuntia

pollination requirements

requires pollination primarily by bees with the most pollen transfer, other insects can contribute but to a lesser extent.

site and soil

requires pollination primarily by bees with the most pollen transfer, other insects can contribute but to a lesser extent.

size at purchase

6-12 ft

Size at Maturity

Thrives in well-draining potting soil and enjoys ample sunlight. best grown in sandt and gravelly mix.