Opuntia humifusa

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Eastern Prickly Pear

This cactus rises to a height of 4 feet with full sun to partial shade and dry soil conditions. It has yellow blooms in May and June and is a specimen in a hedge.

Soil:
Dry
Plant Shape:
Creeping
Exposure:
Full Sun
Bloom Time:
May - June
July - August
Bloom Color:
Yellow
Landscape Use:
Specimen Plant
Wildlife Interest:
Native to Midwest
Plant Type:
CACT
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 7