Texas Prickly Pear – Opuntia spp. 3 Live Pads | 3–5 Inches | South Texas Grown Easy to Transplant | Yellow Blooming | Desert Hardy

Bring a touch of the Southwest to your garden with 3 gorgeous Texas Prickly Pear cactus pads, freshly harvested from South Texas.

Each order includes three small, healthy pads measuring approximately 3–5 inches across. These vibrant pads are easy to transplant and thrive in pots, rock gardens, xeriscapes, or directly in the ground.

Texas prickly pears are known for their resilience, drought tolerance, and beautiful yellow blooms in season. A perfect low-maintenance addition for sunny spaces.

You will receive pads similar in size and condition to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 3 live Texas prickly pear pads
✔️ 3–5 inches across each
✔️ Fresh, healthy cuttings
✔️ Carefully packaged for safe delivery
✔️ Ships within 24 hours of purchase

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Texas Prickly Pear
Botanical Name: Opuntia species
Plant Type: Perennial cactus
Growth Stage: Unrooted pad cuttings
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)
Soil: Sandy, rocky, or well-draining cactus mix
Watering: Low; allow soil to dry fully between watering
Mature Height: 3–8+ feet (varies by variety)
Growth Habit: Clumping/spreading
USDA Zones: 7–11 (varies by species)
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Planting Tip: Allow pads to callous for several days before planting upright in dry soil. Wait about one week before first watering to encourage rooting.

⚠️ Handling Note: Pads may contain spines and/or tiny glochids. Use gloves when handling.