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Opuntia violacea santa-rita
Blue-blade
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Description
Opuntia vio. santa-rita is a cacti. Though perfectly hardy in the coldest winters, they need perfect drainage to survive winter freezes and thaws. Does well when grown in raised beds.
Plant Type
Shrub, Succulent, Cactus
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Purple
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.
Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.
Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.