cactus
Opuntia santa-rita | Purple Prickly Pear
(Opuntia violacea santa-rita)
When conditions are dry or cold, the pads of Purple Prickly Pear often turn an attractive purplish color. Pads are usually armed with bristle-like spines. Canopy coverage: 20 square feet.
Water Requirement: very low
Sun Exposure: reflected sun, full sun
Cold Hardiness: cold hardy to 15F
Growth Rate: moderate
Height: 4 feet high
Width: 5 feet wide
Evergreen
Foliage Color: green, purple
Flower Color: yellow
Flower Season: spring
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