{"product_id":"plains-prickly-pear-opuntia-cymochila-live-cactus-pad-large-yellow-blooms-cold-hardy-zone-4-8-hardy-ruffled-petals-native-western-species","title":"Plains Prickly Pear – Opuntia cymochila Live Cactus Pad | Large Yellow Blooms | Cold Hardy  Zone 4–8 Hardy | Ruffled Petals | Native Western Species","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"461\"\u003eAdd bold prairie beauty to your garden with Opuntia cymochila, a cold-hardy prickly pear native to the Great Plains, including western Nebraska. This attractive medium-sized cactus produces large, ruffled bright yellow flowers with striking orange centers during spring bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"720\"\u003eEach multi-petaled flower features yellow stamens and soft green stigma lobes, creating a vivid display against its sturdy pads. Once established, this hardy cactus provides reliable seasonal color and thrives in tough conditions where many plants struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"873\"\u003eThis listing is for one healthy, mature, unrooted pad from a private garden. Pads root easily and establish quickly when planted in well-draining soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eYou will receive a pad similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"986\"\u003e✔️ 1 live Opuntia cymochila pad\u003cbr data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e✔️ Mature, healthy cutting\u003cbr data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003e✔️ Unrooted and ready to plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003e✔️ Cold hardy prairie variety\u003cbr data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003eCommon Name: Plains Prickly Pear\u003cbr data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eBotanical Name: Opuntia cymochila\u003cbr data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003ePlant Type: Cold hardy cactus\u003cbr data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Pad cutting\u003cbr data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily preferred)\u003cbr data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eSoil: Very well-draining sandy or rocky soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003eWatering: Low; drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eMature Height: 8–18 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003eSpread: 18–36 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–8\u003cbr data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes (with excellent drainage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Allow the cut end to callous for several days before planting. Place upright in dry, well-draining soil and wait about one week before watering. For best flowering, plant in full sun and lean soil.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"okiedreams","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47809482424561,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify2_83.jpg?v=1771150483","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/plains-prickly-pear-opuntia-cymochila-live-cactus-pad-large-yellow-blooms-cold-hardy-zone-4-8-hardy-ruffled-petals-native-western-species","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}