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Excellent in the dry garden and in coastal conditions
deep red flowers all summer into fall
withstanding temperatures in the upper teens F
This South African native is best left undisturbed for a long and fruitful life
Best in full sun in very well-drained soil with only occasional water until established
Opuntia 'Metolius' Clumping Excellent in the dry gardenA Cistus introduction. From a probable stable hybrid population of O. fragilis and O. polyacantha collected east of Mt. Jefferson Oregon, the upwardly held 3 4" pads have well spaced, pale cream spines, darkening with age, and yellow spring flowers, not in abundance. Creates a nice bold texture for container or a spot in the garden. Care as with other O. fragilis easy with good light. Frost hardy to at least 30F, USDA zone 4. METOLIUS PRICKLY PEAR