{"product_id":"santa-rita-purple-prickly-pear-opuntia-santa-rita-live-cactus-vibrant-purple-pads-xeriscape-favorite-edible-fruit-drought-tolerant-bold-architectural-plant","title":"Santa Rita Purple Prickly Pear – Opuntia santa-rita Live Cactus | Vibrant Purple Pads | Xeriscape Favorite  Edible Fruit | Drought Tolerant | Bold Architectural Plant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"452\"\u003eAdd dramatic desert color to your landscape with \u003cstrong data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"276\"\u003eOpuntia santa-rita\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the Santa Rita Purple Prickly Pear. This stunning cactus is famous for its vibrant purple pads, which deepen in color during cool weather or drought stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eIn addition to its ornamental beauty, Santa Rita produces edible prickly pear fruit and showy blooms, making it both functional and visually striking. Its bold structure adds architectural interest to xeriscapes, rock gardens, and desert-themed landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"841\"\u003eLow maintenance and highly drought tolerant once established, this cactus thrives in hot, dry climates and requires minimal care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"940\"\u003eYou will receive a live cactus similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"962\"\u003e✔️ 1 live Opuntia santa-rita cactus\u003cbr data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003e✔️ Vibrant purple pad variety\u003cbr data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003e✔️ Edible fruit producing plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003e✔️ Drought-tolerant species\u003cbr data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eCommon Name: Santa Rita Purple Prickly Pear\u003cbr data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003eOpuntia santa-rita\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003ePlant Type: Perennial cactus\u003cbr data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Established plant or pad (varies by listing)\u003cbr data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)\u003cbr data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eSoil: Sandy, well-draining cactus soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003eWatering: Low; allow soil to dry completely between watering\u003cbr data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eMature Height: 4–6 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eSpread: 6–10 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 7–11 (tolerates light frost when mature)\u003cbr data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: For best purple coloration, plant in full sun. Reduce watering once established to enhance stress coloration and prevent root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"harkel-9152","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47809272807665,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify2_46.jpg?v=1771122396","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/santa-rita-purple-prickly-pear-opuntia-santa-rita-live-cactus-vibrant-purple-pads-xeriscape-favorite-edible-fruit-drought-tolerant-bold-architectural-plant","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}