Opuntia ellisiana (Spineless Prickly Pear) Medium water use evening sun

evening sun

Purple Coneflower needs supplemental irrigation once or twice a week in the summer after establishment

hummingbirds Deer resistant Yes Notes Prefers  deeper

Also known as Whitebrush

open or disturbed areas

Opuntia ellisiana (Spineless Prickly Pear) Medium water use evening sunOpuntia ellisiana is a spineless form of Opuntia cacanapa. It is derived from cultivation in the United States. Spineless Prickly Pear is a great addition to the landscape for those seeking a cactus form, showy blooms and bright red fruits (tunas). Beware, although it doesn't have long sharp spines, the tiny glochids (slivers) are very irritating to the skin if the plant is not handled correctly. Grab the pads between the glochid "dots". AT A GLANCE