Ellisiana spineless prickly pear
Opuntia engelmannii var. cacanapa 'Ellisiana'
Description:
Spineless prickly pear; showy and vibrant orange-yellow flowers; edible fruit; dramatic form; magnet for native bees. (Photo ©Saxon Holt/PhotoBotanic)
Native to:
Southwestern US
Mexico
Plant Type:
Succulent
Height:
4-7 ft
Width:
4-7 ft
Flower Color:
Yellow
Orange
Bloom Period:
June-July
Wildlife Value:
Beneficial Insects
Honey Bees
Native Bees
Sun Exposure:
Sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)
Part Shade (best with afternoon shade)
Irrigation Needs:
Moderate (deep watering once a week)
Low (deep watering twice a month)
Very Low (deep watering once a month)
Maintenance Needs:
Prune by removing paddles to control size at anytime of year.
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