Purple prickly pear

For the Santa Rita variety of Prickly pear cactus, it¿s not about the fruit but rather the ornamental appeal.

Do you like prickly cactus? I have a few favorites, one being santa-rita prickly pear (Opuntia violaceae var. santa rita).

No matter where you live or what your climate is, you can enjoy growing prickly pear cactus! They are a perfect, low-maintenance perennial.

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Gorgeous California raised Santa Rita Cactus. Available in 4in pot size, 4-6 inch single cutting, or 1 gallon size at pull down window. Best grown in part sun to full sun. Use fast draining soil or cactus soil for best results. Needs good light and cooler temps to keep the color . Water only when soil is completely dry. Avoid frost/excess moisture. You will receive plant similar to picture, may not be identical. May or may not have blooms. Please understand that Cactus may have blemishes…