{"product_id":"plains-prickly-pear-opuntia-macrorhiza-flagstaff-az-live-cactus-pad-native-arizona-variety-ready-to-root-cold-hardy-opuntia-high-elevation-cactus-easy-care","title":"Plains Prickly Pear – Opuntia macrorhiza (Flagstaff, AZ) Live Cactus Pad | Native Arizona Variety | Ready to Root  Cold Hardy Opuntia | High Elevation Cactus | Easy Care","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eAdd a true Southwestern native to your collection with this Opuntia macrorhiza cactus pad cutting, originally collected in Flagstaff, Arizona. Known as Plains Prickly Pear, this hardy species is well adapted to cooler desert climates and higher elevations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"762\"\u003eThis listing includes one healthy pad cutting measuring approximately 2.5–4 inches wide by 3–4 inches tall. Pads arrive ready to plant and root easily in well-draining soil with proper care. Once established, this resilient cactus produces beautiful seasonal blooms and spreads naturally over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"859\"\u003eIdeal for rock gardens, xeriscapes, native plant landscapes, and cold-hardy cactus collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003ePlease note: While this variety does not feature many long spines, it does have fine glochids. Handle carefully and use gloves or tongs when unpacking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1103\"\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=\"1105\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003e✔️ 1 live Opuntia macrorhiza pad\u003cbr data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003e✔️ Size: approximately 2.5–4\" wide x 3–4\" tall\u003cbr data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003e✔️ Healthy, viable cutting\u003cbr data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003e✔️ Ready to plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003eCommon Name: Plains Prickly Pear\u003cbr data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eBotanical Name: Opuntia macrorhiza\u003cbr data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003ePlant Type: Cold hardy cactus\u003cbr data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Pad cutting\u003cbr data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003eSoil: Very well-draining sandy or rocky soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eWatering: Low; wait 1 week after planting before first watering\u003cbr data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003eMature Height: 6–12 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eSpread: 18–36 inches or more\u003cbr data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate in warm seasons\u003cbr data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–8\u003cbr data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes (with excellent drainage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"2000\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Plant in dry, well-draining soil and allow the pad to settle for about one week before watering. Full sun encourages compact growth and better flowering. Avoid rich soil—lean, sandy conditions are ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Desertdog25","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47809494909169,"sku":null,"price":52.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify2_96.jpg?v=1771152568","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/plains-prickly-pear-opuntia-macrorhiza-flagstaff-az-live-cactus-pad-native-arizona-variety-ready-to-root-cold-hardy-opuntia-high-elevation-cactus-easy-care","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}