Opuntia gilvescens – Sedona Prickly Pear Live Unrooted Pad | Ruffled Yellow Blooms | Hardy Desert Cactus Pink Fruit | Cold Hardy | Southwest Native

Add a bold Southwest native to your collection with Opuntia gilvescens, a hardy prickly pear originating from Sedona, Arizona. This attractive, low-growing cactus spreads up to 5 feet wide and about 1.5 feet tall, creating a stunning display in xeriscapes and rock gardens.

In spring and early summer, it produces abundant ruffled yellow flowers, followed by large, beautiful pink fruit. Once established, this variety is tough, drought tolerant, and well-suited for Zones 6–9.

This listing is for one healthy, mature, unrooted pad taken from a private garden specimen. Easy to grow and quick to establish in well-draining soil.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 healthy Opuntia gilvescens pad
✔️ Mature, garden-grown cutting
✔️ Unrooted and ready to plant
✔️ Free planting instructions included
✔️ Carefully packaged for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Sedona Prickly Pear
Botanical Name: Opuntia gilvescens
Plant Type: Perennial cactus
Growth Stage: Unrooted pad cutting
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Very well-draining sandy or rocky soil
Watering: Minimal once established
Mature Size: Approx. 5' wide × 1.5' tall
Bloom Color: Ruffled bright yellow
Fruit: Large pink prickly pear
USDA Zones: 6–9
Container Friendly: Yes (with excellent drainage)

💡 Care Tip: Allow the cut end to callous for several days before planting. Place pad upright or slightly buried in dry, well-draining soil. Wait 5–7 days before first watering to encourage strong root development.