{"product_id":"opuntia-engelmannii-cold-hardy-prickly-pear-20-seeds-edible-nopal-cactus-high-antioxidant-fruit-sweet-prickly-pear-hardy-desert-plant-wildlife-friendly","title":"Opuntia engelmannii – Cold Hardy Prickly Pear 20 Seeds | Edible Nopal Cactus | High Antioxidant Fruit  Sweet Prickly Pear | Hardy Desert Plant | Wildlife Friendly","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eGrow your own Cold-Hardy Prickly Pear with these 20 Opuntia engelmannii seeds. Native to the American Southwest and Northern Mexico, this resilient cactus produces tender edible pads (nopalitos) in spring followed by vibrant flowers in shades of yellow, orange, and red—sometimes all on the same plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"804\"\u003eFlowers develop into sweet, nutrient-rich prickly pear fruit that ripens in summer. The large fruit is high in antioxidants and can be enjoyed fresh or used for juice, jelly, syrup, candy, wine, or beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"935\"\u003eThis hardy cactus can grow 3–10 feet tall and tolerates sub-freezing temperatures, surviving into single digits once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003ePlease note: This listing is for seeds only (not fruit or pads).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003e✔️ 20 Opuntia engelmannii seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003e✔️ Cold-hardy edible cactus variety\u003cbr data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e✔️ High-antioxidant fruit producer\u003cbr data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003e✔️ Fresh seeds for current growing season\u003cbr data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003e✔️ Complete growing instructions included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eCommon Name: Engelmann Prickly Pear, Nopal\u003cbr data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eBotanical Name: Opuntia engelmannii\u003cbr data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003ePlant Type: Perennial cactus\u003cbr data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Seed\u003cbr data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eSoil: Well-draining sandy or rocky soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003eWatering: Low; drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003eMature Height: 3–10 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 7–10\u003cbr data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, with excellent drainage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Sow seeds in well-draining cactus mix and keep lightly moist until germination. Once seedlings are established, reduce watering and allow soil to dry between watering. Full sun encourages strong growth and fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"agavemall","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47810781872369,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify3_44.jpg?v=1771249023","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/opuntia-engelmannii-cold-hardy-prickly-pear-20-seeds-edible-nopal-cactus-high-antioxidant-fruit-sweet-prickly-pear-hardy-desert-plant-wildlife-friendly","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}