3 Rooted Eastern Prickly Pear Cactus Pads - Opuntia Humifusa - Cold-Hardy Native Cactus with Yellow Blooms

Bring a piece of wild charm to your garden with our 3 Rooted Eastern Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia humifusa) pads. This cold-hardy native cactus not only adds a unique aesthetic to your landscape but also bursts into cheerful yellow blooms in late spring to early summer, followed by vibrant red fruit. You will receive three healthy cactus pads with roots, each a minimum of 8 inches tall, perfect for creating a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant garden.

• Cold-hardy in USDA Zones 4–10, tolerating temperatures down to -20°F with good drainage.
• Produces stunning yellow flowers in late spring and delicious edible fruits known as “tunas” when mature.
• Incredibly low-maintenance; thrives on neglect and is extremely drought tolerant.
• Supports local pollinators like bees and butterflies, enhancing your garden's ecosystem.
• Ideal for xeriscapes, pollinator gardens, or any low-water landscape.
• Ships fast and free, usually same or next business day via USPS Priority Mail with tracking.

Common Name: Eastern Prickly Pear Cactus
Scientific Name: Opuntia humifusa
Sunlight: Full sun for best growth and blooms
Watering: Water sparingly once established; extremely drought tolerant
Soil: Prefers sandy, rocky, or well-drained soil
Hardiness Zones: 4–10
Growth Habit: Low-maintenance, thrives on neglect
Format: Three rooted pads (no soil or pot included)