Organic Prickly Pear Cactus Plant 2.5-inch Pot, Opuntia cochenillifera, Pink Flowers, Smooth Green Pads, Smoke Camp Crafts

Introducing the Prickly Pear (Opuntia cochenillifera) Organic Cactus Plant by Smoke Camp Crafts! You will receive one rooted pad from our established prickly pear plant, carefully potted in a 2.5-inch container. This stunning cactus not only produces vibrant pink flowers atop its smooth green pads but also thrives as a large, shrubby plant in frost-free environments. A unique addition to any garden, it serves as a host for the cochineal scale, traditionally used for making red food dye. Please handle with care, as the pads are adorned with irritating hairs.

• Organic and sustainably sourced
• Bright pink flowers that enhance garden aesthetics
• Ideal for warm, frost-free climates
• Unique host for cochineal scale
• Easy to care for and maintain
• Potted in a 2.5-inch container for easy transport
• Perfect for indoor or outdoor gardening

Common Name: Prickly Pear
Scientific Name: Opuntia cochenillifera
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: Allow soil to dry out between waterings
Soil: Well-draining cactus mix
Hardiness Zones: 9-11
Growth Habit: Shrubby, can grow up to 5 feet tall
Format: 2.5-inch potted plant