{"product_id":"santa-rita-purple-prickly-pear-opuntia-violacea-3-cut-pads-5-6-inches-each-arizona-grown-cold-hardy-purple-cactus-drought-tolerant-striking-landscape-plant","title":"Santa Rita Purple Prickly Pear – Opuntia violacea 3 Cut Pads | 5–6 Inches Each | Arizona Grown  Cold Hardy Purple Cactus | Drought Tolerant | Striking Landscape Plant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"503\"\u003eAdd bold desert color to your garden with \u003cstrong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"313\"\u003e3 Santa Rita Purple Prickly Pear cactus pads (5–6 inches each)\u003c\/strong\u003e. This stunning Arizona native is famous for its dramatic color transformation—pads turn brilliant red-purple during cold or drought stress and shift back to blue-green in warmer conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eExtremely hardy once established, Santa Rita Prickly Pear tolerates winter frost and even snow. It makes an eye-catching focal point in xeriscapes, rock gardens, and Southwestern-style landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"788\"\u003eGrown in our family greenhouse in Arizona with no chemical pesticides or fertilizers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"952\"\u003eYou will receive pads similar in size and condition to those shown in the listing photos. Pads may arrive green or purple depending on seasonal stress conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e⚠️ Handling Notice:\u003cbr data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"976\"\u003eThis cactus has fine glochids (tiny hair-like spines) that can attach to skin and fabric. Always open outdoors and handle using thick gloves and tools. Avoid direct contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003e✔️ 3 Santa Rita Purple Prickly Pear pads\u003cbr data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003e✔️ Approximately 5–6 inches each\u003cbr data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003e✔️ Fresh cut pads ready for rooting\u003cbr data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003e✔️ Naturally grown (no chemical pesticides)\u003cbr data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003eCommon Name: Santa Rita Purple Prickly Pear\u003cbr data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eOpuntia violacea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003ePlant Type: Perennial cactus\u003cbr data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Pad cutting\u003cbr data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)\u003cbr data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eSoil: Sandy, well-draining cactus soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003eWatering: Low; drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003eMature Height: 4–6 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003eSpread: 6–10 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 7–11\u003cbr data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1771\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes (with excellent drainage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Allow the cut end to callous for several days before planting. Place upright in well-draining soil and water lightly after planting. Avoid overwatering during establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"thepictureditem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47809226539249,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify2_16_b7172cb2-79e7-4299-9348-3876bca8198a.jpg?v=1771116472","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/santa-rita-purple-prickly-pear-opuntia-violacea-3-cut-pads-5-6-inches-each-arizona-grown-cold-hardy-purple-cactus-drought-tolerant-striking-landscape-plant","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}