Opuntia monacantha 'Maverick'

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Opuntia monacantha f. monstuosa 'Maverick': Prickly pear cactus with pad-like stems. Given full sun, infrequent water, and room to grow, it can produce offshoots and develop into a large shrub. It can take a bit more frequent water than most cacti, but it does need full sun and excellent drainage to thrive. Unlike most Opuntia, this variety will not tolerate extended frost.

CAUTION: Opuntia species have fine, barbed bristles called glochids. Glochids easily detach and can become loose in the box during shipping. They will pierce skin and leather gloves, so use tongs when handling.

This cactus variety will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures it can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. Cactus need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 70% to 80% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply and wait for the soil to completely dry out before watering again.

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Product Size

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Green

Bloom Color

Yellow Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 9 (20F)

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Full Sun

Maximum Height

Over 12"

Growth Habit / Shape

Shrub

Growth Habit / Shape

Vertical Grower / Tall Stem

Special Characteristic

Hard to Kill

Special Characteristic

Slow Grower

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 9 - 10

9 10

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