Prickly Pear 'Spineless'
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Opuntia ellisiana
The thornless, hardy Prickly Pear is a popular cactus that showcases stunning large yellow flowers during the summer months. While it might be thornless, it does have tiny glaucids on the pads that can be a bit prickly if you accidentally touch them, but don’t worry—duct tape works wonders for removing them.
This cactus features big, round pads that can grow up to 4 feet tall and can quickly create beautiful patches that spread up to 8 feet wide. It’s especially good at handling wet winter weather, but it loves soil enriched with gravel and pumice to ensure that drainage is tip-top. You’ll find it flourishing on sunny slopes with excellent drainage and it makes a perfect addition under the south-facing eaves of a house. It can also be planted in containers, just remember to keep them safe from heavy winter moisture and give them a cozy spot in winter.
The cactus is cold-hardy down to 10ºF, although too much wet and freezing cold can cause some pads to shrivel up a bit. Not to worry, though. It tends to bounce back quickly in the spring. Just keep in mind that it spreads quite rapidly, so be sure to give it plenty of space. Plus, it's moderately resistant to deer, making it a great choice for your garden.
Height: 3’-6’
Spread: 3’-6’
Bloom: May-June
Light: Full sun
Water: Low
Zone: 7, 8, 9, 10
Origin: Texas & Mexico
Spring Shipping:
Orders are shipped within 7-10 business days. We will email you if there are expected delays.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
