Opuntia gilvenscens – Sedona Prickly Pear 1 Unrooted Pad | Ruffled Yellow Flowers | Pink Fruit Cold Hardy Cactus | Desert Landscape Plant | Zone 6–9

Add a stunning Southwestern native to your collection with Opuntia gilvenscens, a beautiful prickly pear originally from Sedona, Arizona. This attractive cactus produces abundant ruffled yellow flowers followed by large, lovely pink fruit each season.

When mature, plants can grow approximately 5 feet wide and 1.5 feet tall, forming an impressive clumping display perfect for xeriscapes, rock gardens, and drought-tolerant landscapes.

This listing is for one very healthy, mature, unrooted pad cutting from a private garden. The pad is easy to grow and roots readily in well-draining soil. Free planting instructions are included.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 unrooted Opuntia gilvenscens pad
✔️ Mature, healthy cutting
✔️ Yellow flowering variety
✔️ Pink fruit producing cactus
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Sedona Prickly Pear
Botanical Name: Opuntia gilvenscens
Plant Type: Perennial cactus
Growth Stage: Unrooted pad cutting
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining sandy or rocky soil
Watering: Low; drought tolerant once established
Mature Size: Approx. 5 ft wide x 1.5 ft tall
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 6–9
Container Friendly: Yes, with excellent drainage

💡 Care Tip: Allow the cut end to callus before planting. Place in dry, well-draining soil and wait 5–7 days before watering. Full sun encourages strong growth, vibrant flowers, and fruit production.