Opuntia Santa Rita pad cutting

You will receive 1 pad of Opuntia Santa Rita

Origin and habitat: Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Mexico.

Description: Opuntia santa-rita is an erect, bushy succulent shrub to 2 m high and 3 m wide with a distinct, though short trunk. It a very attractive species with reddish or violet-purple pads. Small plants seem to be the most colorful. The yellow flowers are stunning on the purple pads in spring, definitely an eye-catcher.

Blooming season: April through August.

Cultivation and propagation: This is a much decorative frost hardy cactus easily found in cultivation. It is a summer grower species that offers no cultivation difficulties. Its purple pads provide a striking accent for an otherwise dormant cactus garden.

Water: In summer, during the vegetative period, it must be regularly watered, but allowing the substratum to completely dry up before irrigating again (but do not overwater ); in winter, it's to be kept dry. Preferable not to water on overcast days, humid days or cold winter days.

Hardiness: It is a quite frost resistant cactus, hardy to -7° C (- 12° C or less if very dry). However, in cultivation it is better not to expose it to temperatures lower than -0° C, even if in an aerated and protected location, in order to avoid the formation of anti-aesthetic spots on the epidermis. In presence of high atmospheric humidity avoid any frost as it is particularly sensitive to root rot. USDA Zone 6-10. It can handle extremely high temperatures in summer.

Exposure: Outside full sun or afternoon shade, inside needs bright light, and some direct sun.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Dormancy -
Family Cactaceae

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08/20/2020
Marilyn H.
United States United States

santa rita

I was so happy when i unwrapped her. you took such care. she is already getting purple! thank you so much. stay well.

KS
06/12/2021
Kaytria S.
United States United States

Such a nice pad!

All of my items came quickly, were packaged well, and were nice and healthy. I've been wanting a purple optunia pad for a while and I'm so happy to finally have one!

MB
08/25/2021
Magaly B.
United States United States

Opuntia

I made this choice for the purple color. I received a green one.

RT
09/13/2021
Robert T.
United States United States

Very pleased

Always pleased with your plants.

RK
09/30/2021
Ryan K.
United States United States

Arrived in Great Condition

Just started rooting it in soil, but they arrived in great shape with no dead or decaying parts at all!

Opuntia Santa Rita pad cutting

sku: 588

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Please note: All Landscape Ready plants that are in a 6-inch pot or larger WILL NOT come with a pot as it will be shipped bare root.

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Plants that are in 3.5" pots and smaller will be shipped in its pot to prevent any damage to the roots. Any plant that is 6" and larger WILL NOT come with a pot as it will be shipped bare root.

Depending on the species and season, you will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. It may or may not be blooming at the time of your purchase.

We ship via USPS Priority Mail, and we calculate the shipping cost based on the weight and volume of your purchase. Care instructions are included in every package you order. Please allow us up to 3 business days to process your order. Depending on your location, we will ship the plants on a certain day to avoid transit time during weekends or holidays. If you wish to receive your order on a specific date, or have special instructions, please add a note on your order. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact us at any time.

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You will receive 1 pad of Opuntia Santa Rita

Origin and habitat: Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Mexico.

Description: Opuntia santa-rita is an erect, bushy succulent shrub to 2 m high and 3 m wide with a distinct, though short trunk. It a very attractive species with reddish or violet-purple pads. Small plants seem to be the most colorful. The yellow flowers are stunning on the purple pads in spring, definitely an eye-catcher.

Blooming season: April through August.

Cultivation and propagation: This is a much decorative frost hardy cactus easily found in cultivation. It is a summer grower species that offers no cultivation difficulties. Its purple pads provide a striking accent for an otherwise dormant cactus garden.

Water: In summer, during the vegetative period, it must be regularly watered, but allowing the substratum to completely dry up before irrigating again (but do not overwater ); in winter, it's to be kept dry. Preferable not to water on overcast days, humid days or cold winter days.

Hardiness: It is a quite frost resistant cactus, hardy to -7° C (- 12° C or less if very dry). However, in cultivation it is better not to expose it to temperatures lower than -0° C, even if in an aerated and protected location, in order to avoid the formation of anti-aesthetic spots on the epidermis. In presence of high atmospheric humidity avoid any frost as it is particularly sensitive to root rot. USDA Zone 6-10. It can handle extremely high temperatures in summer.

Exposure: Outside full sun or afternoon shade, inside needs bright light, and some direct sun.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Dormancy -
Family Cactaceae

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Customer Reviews
4.8 Based on 10 Reviews
5 ★
90% 
9
4 ★
0% 
0
3 ★
10% 
1
2 ★
0% 
0
1 ★
0% 
0
Write a Review Ask a Question

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Your input is very much appreciated. Share it with your friends so they can enjoy it too!

Filter Reviews:
MH
08/20/2020
Marilyn H.
United States United States

santa rita

I was so happy when i unwrapped her. you took such care. she is already getting purple! thank you so much. stay well.

KS
06/12/2021
Kaytria S.
United States United States

Such a nice pad!

All of my items came quickly, were packaged well, and were nice and healthy. I've been wanting a purple optunia pad for a while and I'm so happy to finally have one!

MB
08/25/2021
Magaly B.
United States United States

Opuntia

I made this choice for the purple color. I received a green one.

RT
09/13/2021
Robert T.
United States United States

Very pleased

Always pleased with your plants.

RK
09/30/2021
Ryan K.
United States United States

Arrived in Great Condition

Just started rooting it in soil, but they arrived in great shape with no dead or decaying parts at all!

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