{"product_id":"opuntia-drummondii-aka-pusilla-prickly-pear-1-live-pad-cutting-cold-hardy-yellow-flowers-southeastern-native-cactus-zone-5-hardy-rare-opuntia","title":"Opuntia drummondii (aka pusilla) – Prickly Pear 1 Live Pad Cutting | Cold Hardy | Yellow Flowers  Southeastern Native Cactus | Zone 5 Hardy | Rare Opuntia","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"482\"\u003eAdd a unique native cactus to your collection with Opuntia drummondii (also known as Opuntia pusilla). This hardy prickly pear produces small, elongated green pads and beautiful yellow flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"704\"\u003eNative to the southeastern United States, this species naturally grows in sandy dunes and has even been observed growing epiphytically in trees, with pads hanging down from branches — a rare and fascinating growth habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"864\"\u003eThis cold-hardy cactus can tolerate temperatures suitable for USDA Zone 5 and possibly colder, making it an excellent choice for gardeners in cooler climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"951\"\u003ePerfect for rock gardens, xeriscapes, native plant collections, or container growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"973\"\u003e✔️ 1 healthy Opuntia drummondii pad\u003cbr data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003e✔️ Unrooted cutting ready to plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003e✔️ Yellow flowering variety\u003cbr data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003e✔️ Cold hardy native cactus\u003cbr data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eCommon Name: Drummond’s Prickly Pear\u003cbr data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eBotanical Name: Opuntia drummondii (Opuntia pusilla)\u003cbr data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003ePlant Type: Perennial cactus\u003cbr data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Unrooted pad cutting\u003cbr data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003eSoil: Sandy, very well-draining soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003eWatering: Low; drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eMature Height: 6–18 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003eGrowth Habit: Low, spreading pads\u003cbr data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eFlower Color: Yellow\u003cbr data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003cbr data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1780\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Allow the cut end to callus before planting. Place in dry, well-draining soil and wait several days before first watering. Full sun promotes compact growth and abundant flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Exotic Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47811395092721,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify3_1_ed581671-71c4-4108-a340-62fea06ef2e1.jpg?v=1771287749","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/opuntia-drummondii-aka-pusilla-prickly-pear-1-live-pad-cutting-cold-hardy-yellow-flowers-southeastern-native-cactus-zone-5-hardy-rare-opuntia","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}