Opuntia robusta |
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Silver Dollar Prickly Pear |
Silver Dollar Prickly Pear is a large species, growing to about 20' tall by 12' wide. Individual pads can reach 1' long by 8" across, and are generally heavily thorned. Yellow flowers are produced in the spring. These plants do best in full sun, and can survive on very little rainfall. Needs protection from any frost.
Plant Type
Succulent, Cactus
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Summer, Constant
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