{"product_id":"5-seeds-opuntia-macrorhiza-prickly-pear-hardy-cactus-seeds","title":"5 Seeds Opuntia macrorhiza Prickly Pear Hardy Cactus Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eOpuntia macrorhiza, commonly known as prickly pear, is a low-growing hardy cactus native to North American prairies and rocky plains. It forms clumps of flat, oval pads and produces bright yellow flowers in late spring, followed by edible reddish fruits. Its cold tolerance and compact habit make it an appealing choice for dry gardens, rock gardens, and container growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pads give this cactus its distinctive sculptural texture, while the flowers and subsequent fruits add seasonal interest to xeriscapes and sunny borders. It grows best in sharply drained soils and full sun, and it works well in gravel gardens, raised beds, and patio containers. Plants spread slowly by rooting pads, forming neat colonies over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpecies: Opuntia macrorhiza\u003cbr\u003e\nVariety: Not applicable\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Perennial cactus\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant_Habit: Low-growing, clump-forming\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Well-drained, sandy or gravelly\u003cbr\u003e\nDays_to_Harvest: Not applicable\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 4 to 9\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: 2 to 6 weeks at 70 to 80F\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 12 to 18 inches\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Allow soil to dry between waterings; protect from prolonged wet conditions\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663299805320,"sku":"EXGA-984","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_8c5acd7d-ac44-45a9-964f-5386cc4476a2.png?v=1791896506","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/5-seeds-opuntia-macrorhiza-prickly-pear-hardy-cactus-seeds","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}