Opuntia macrocentra [Linda Callahan]

One of the most attractive of our SW natives from an intermediate population, having some characteristics of O. purpurea. This, from our friend Linda Callahan. Mounding to 4' or more, the pads a pleasant light blue turning pink in bright sun and in Winter, topped with dark spines. Well drained soil, bright sun, keep out of excessive winter wet, excellent in container, USDA Zone 7.

PURPLE PRICKLY PEAR

Cactaceae