{"product_id":"eastern-prickly-pear-opuntia-humifusa-2-lbs-of-pads-cold-hardy-native-virginia-grown-edible-hardy-ground-hugging-cactus-withstands-wet-winters","title":"Eastern Prickly Pear – Opuntia humifusa 2 lbs of Pads | Cold Hardy Native | Virginia Grown  Edible \u0026 Hardy | Ground-Hugging Cactus | Withstands Wet Winters","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"422\"\u003eGrow a tough, native cactus with \u003cstrong data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"261\"\u003e2 lbs of Opuntia humifusa pads\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as Eastern Prickly Pear. Grown in Virginia, these plants are well adapted to colder winters and wetter conditions compared to many desert varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eThis low-growing, spreading cactus forms attractive groundcover mats and produces cheerful yellow flowers followed by edible fruit. Unlike heavily spined desert species, many pads appear less spiky but still contain tiny glochids (fine hair-like needles).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"804\"\u003eA perfect choice for cold-climate gardeners looking to add drought-tolerant structure and native beauty to their landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eYou will receive approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"877\"\u003e2 paddles (total weight about 2 lbs)\u003c\/strong\u003e similar in size and condition to those shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"967\"\u003e✔️ 2 lbs of Eastern Prickly Pear pads\u003cbr data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003e✔️ Approximately 2 paddles\u003cbr data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003e✔️ Cold-hardy native species\u003cbr data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e✔️ Grown in Virginia conditions\u003cbr data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eCommon Name: Eastern Prickly Pear\u003cbr data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eOpuntia humifusa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003ePlant Type: Perennial cactus\u003cbr data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Pad cuttings\u003cbr data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun preferred\u003cbr data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eSoil: Sandy or well-draining soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eWatering: Low; tolerant of occasional moisture\u003cbr data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003eMature Height: 6–12 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003eSpread: 12–36+ inches (forms spreading mats)\u003cbr data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–9 (very cold hardy)\u003cbr data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Allow pads to callous before planting. Insert slightly into well-draining soil and wait about one week before first watering. Use gloves when handling due to tiny glochids.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WaterlineShips Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47809270907121,"sku":null,"price":92.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify2_39.jpg?v=1771120864","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/eastern-prickly-pear-opuntia-humifusa-2-lbs-of-pads-cold-hardy-native-virginia-grown-edible-hardy-ground-hugging-cactus-withstands-wet-winters","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}