Opuntia violacea santa-rita

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Description

Opuntia vio. santa-rita is a cacti. Though perfectly hardy in the coldest winters, they need perfect drainage to survive winter freezes and thaws. Does well when grown in raised beds.

Plant Type

Shrub, Succulent, Cactus

Height Range

1-3'

Width 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

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.