Spineless Prickly Pear – Opuntia ficus-indica ‘Burbank’ 4 Live Pads | 5–7 Inches | Edible Nopal Cactus Nearly Thornless Variety | Organic Arizona Grown | Cold Hardy

Grow your own Spineless Prickly Pear (Opuntia ficus-indica ‘Burbank’), a nearly thornless, edible nopal variety organically grown in Arizona.

This listing includes 4 live pads (5–7 inches long). Pad size may vary depending on what fits securely in a USPS Medium Flat Rate box (typically 2 larger pads or 3–4 smaller pads).

This variety is prized for its edible pads (nopales) and sweet reddish-purple fruit (tunas). It produces beautiful orange-yellow flowers in spring and summer and can grow into a shrubby cactus reaching up to 6 feet tall.

Ideal for edible gardens, homesteads, xeriscape landscapes, and warm-climate growers.

You will receive:
✔️ 4 live spineless prickly pear pads
✔️ Each pad approximately 5–7 inches long
✔️ Organically grown in Arizona
✔️ Edible pad and fruit variety
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Spineless Prickly Pear, Nopal, Nopalitos
Botanical Name: Opuntia ficus-indica ‘Burbank’
Plant Type: Perennial cactus
Growth Stage: Unrooted pads
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining, sandy or gritty soil
Watering: Low; prefers evenly moist soil in summer but highly drought tolerant
Mature Height: Up to 6 feet
Bloom Color: Orange-yellow
Fruit: Edible reddish-purple tunas
USDA Zones: 8–11 (hardy to approx. 20°F)
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Allow pads to callus for several days before planting. Use gloves and tongs when handling, as even spineless varieties may have small glochids. Plant in well-draining soil and wait about one week before watering.