Grow your own colorful Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia) with this live plant, known for its striking pads and multi-colored seasonal blooms in shades of orange, pink, and yellow. Once mature, this cactus produces edible prickly pears, making it both ornamental and functional for home gardeners.

Opuntia is drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and thrives in full sun with well-draining soil. Perfect for desert landscapes, rock gardens, patios, and container growing.

• Live Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia) plant

• Produces orange, pink, and yellow blooms

• Edible prickly pears when mature

• Drought-tolerant and great for hot, sunny climates

• Ideal for rock gardens, xeriscaping, and patio pots

• Hardy, low-maintenance cactus for beginners

• Common Name: Prickly Pear Cactus

• Scientific Name: Opuntia spp.

• Plant Type: Cactus / succulent

• USDA Hardiness Zone: 7–11 (varies by species)

• Color: Green pads; orange/pink/yellow blooms

• Soil Type: Fast-draining cactus mix

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Watering: Light; allow soil to dry completely

• Growth Habit: Upright, branching pads

• Plant Form: Rooted live plant