{"product_id":"beavertail-prickly-pear-opuntia-basilaris-single-fresh-pad-cold-hardy-ready-for-rooting-magenta-spring-blooms-blue-gray-pads-desert-classic","title":"Beavertail Prickly Pear – Opuntia basilaris Single Fresh Pad | Cold Hardy | Ready for Rooting  Magenta Spring Blooms | Blue-Gray Pads | Desert Classic","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"351\"\u003eAdd a Southwestern classic to your collection with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"293\"\u003esingle fresh Opuntia basilaris “Beavertail” pad\u003c\/strong\u003e, harvested at the time of purchase for maximum viability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"659\"\u003eThis species is known for its smooth, blue-gray pads and stunning \u003cstrong data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"445\"\u003ebright magenta flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e in spring. It forms low, spreading clumps and thrives in hot, dry conditions with minimal care. A favorite among collectors and xeriscape gardeners, Beavertail offers sculptural texture and dependable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"737\"\u003eEach pad is shipped dry-packed to prevent rot and arrives ready for rooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"759\"\u003e✔️ 1 fresh Opuntia basilaris pad\u003cbr data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"794\"\u003e✔️ Healthy, mature cutting\u003cbr data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e✔️ Cold-hardy desert variety\u003cbr data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"854\"\u003e✔️ Dry-packed for safe transit\u003cbr data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"887\"\u003e✔️ Ready to root and establish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"945\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eCommon Name: Beavertail Prickly Pear\u003cbr data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"986\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003eOpuntia basilaris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003ePlant Type: Perennial cactus\u003cbr data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Fresh pad cutting (unrooted)\u003cbr data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003eSoil: Sandy, sharply well-draining cactus mix\u003cbr data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eWatering: Very low; allow soil to fully dry\u003cbr data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eMature Height: 6–24 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003eSpread: 2–6+ feet (spreading clumps)\u003cbr data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 6–10\u003cbr data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1334\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e💡 Rooting Tip: Allow the cut end to callus for 5–7 days in a dry, shaded area before planting upright in dry soil. Wait approximately one week before first watering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trip To Southern AZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47809431568625,"sku":null,"price":32.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify2_61.jpg?v=1771138096","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/beavertail-prickly-pear-opuntia-basilaris-single-fresh-pad-cold-hardy-ready-for-rooting-magenta-spring-blooms-blue-gray-pads-desert-classic","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}