Opuntia violacea var.macrocentra
Violet Opuntia
Description
This plant grows 4' tall x 4' wide and has grayish/green leaf pads that tint purple when it gets really cold out. It produces yellow flowers with red centers that bloom in late spring.
Plant Type
Succulent, Cactus
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green, Light Green, Purple, Red
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
Spanish
Accenting Features
Silhouette
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.