Opuntia gosseliniana ‘Durazilla’ – Purple Prickly Pear 1 Live Pad Cutting | 6–10 Inches | Color-Changing Cactus Rare Purple Cactus | Drought Tolerant | Desert Landscape Plant

Add bold desert color to your garden with Opuntia gosseliniana ‘Durazilla’, a stunning Purple Prickly Pear cactus known for its rich violet pads. The color intensifies with full sun exposure and cooler temperatures, creating a dramatic statement in any landscape or container garden.

This listing is for one healthy live pad cutting measuring approximately 6–10 inches. The pad will arrive callused and ready to plant. Once rooted, this hardy cactus is low-maintenance, drought tolerant, and easy to propagate.

Perfect for rock gardens, xeriscaping, succulent beds, and collectors seeking rare or colorful cactus varieties.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Opuntia ‘Durazilla’ pad cutting
✔️ Size: approximately 6–10 inches
✔️ Callused and ready to plant
✔️ Healthy, hand-selected cutting
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Purple Prickly Pear
Botanical Name: Opuntia gosseliniana ‘Durazilla’
Plant Type: Perennial cactus
Growth Stage: Unrooted pad cutting
Sun Requirements: Full sun for best purple color
Soil: Well-draining cactus or succulent mix
Watering: Low; allow soil to dry completely between watering
Mature Height: 3–5 feet (can spread wider over time)
Growth Rate: Moderate in warm climates
USDA Zones: 7–11
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Plant in dry, fast-draining soil and wait 5–7 days before first watering. Full sun and mild cold stress enhance the deep purple coloration. Handle carefully due to small spines and glochids.