Opuntia phaeacantha |
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Englemann Prickly Pear |
Information by: Photographer: Olin Miller
Description
This plant has sage-green pods and produces yellow-orange flowers that bloom in summer. It is extremely drought tolerant and does well in full sun to partial shade with good drainage.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub, Succulent, Cactus
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.