Description
xGrow the ultimate survivor cactus with these 2 Opuntia 'Snow' cuttings (4-7") - a fuzzy, cold-hardy prickly pear thriving in -10°F to 120°F! Perfect for dry farms, animal feed, or edible landscapes, this CA native (likely O. polyacantha/erinacea hybrid) offers:
- 🌼 Edible yellow blooms (late spring) for pollinators
- 🌵 Spine-free pads (torch before eating)
- 🍐 Sweet mini-fruits (great for jams)
- 🐐 Goat/tortoise-approved drought-proof forage
Grown tough in Lancaster, CA with just 2-3" annual rain - no coddling needed! Ships fresh-cut (no roots). Pro Tip: Plant in CA’s rainy season for hands-off establishment.
- ❄️ Extreme Hardy: Survives -10°F (with drainage) + 120°F heat.
- 🍽️ Edible All-Star: Flowers, pads, and fruit (torch spines first).
- 🌧️ Rain-Fed: Thrives on 2-3" annual water (overwatering = rot).
- 🐝 Pollinator Party: Bees love its bright yellow blooms.
- ♻️ Eco-Proven: Rescued/recycled from CA gardens.
- Type: Fuzzy prickly pear (unknown hybrid)
- USDA Zone: 4-11
- Mature Size: 1-2 ft tall, spreading
- Soil: Gritty, well-draining
- Watering: Nearly none once established
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Special Uses: Animal forage, edible landscapin
opuntia snow, fuzzy prickly pear, cold hardy cactus, edible cactus, drought tolerant plants, california native, xeriscape plants, dry farm crop, pollinator garden, spine-free pads, animal feed plants, zero water plants
Shipping & Return
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Most orders that are placed with us are processed and shipped out within 24 hours. Weekend and Holiday orders will be processed on the next available business day.
SHIPPING:
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