Opuntia basilaris – Prickly Pear Cactus (4" Pot)
*** Garlands are priced by the Foot*** Bunches, Wreaths, Plants & More are determined by the quantity ordered.
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🌵 Opuntia basilaris – Prickly Pear Cactus (4" Pot) 🌵
Botanical Name: Opuntia basilaris
Common Names: Prickly Pear Cactus, Beavertail Cactus
🌟 Product Description
Bring a touch of desert charm into your home or garden with the Prickly Pear Cactus! 🌞 This eye-catching succulent is famous for its distinctive, flattened, fleshy pads that stack in a jointed manner, creating a striking, shrub-like shape. In spring, it rewards you with brilliant magenta blooms that contrast beautifully against its blue-green pads.
Native to the arid landscapes of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, Opuntia basilaris thrives with minimal care, making it perfect for beginners and experienced plant lovers alike.
📏 Plant Details
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Pot Size: 4" nursery pot
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Mature Size: 1–2 ft tall, 3–6 ft wide outdoors
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Bloom Time: Spring to early summer
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Flowers: Showy magenta or purple blooms
🌱 Growing Zones
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USDA Hardiness Zones: 8–11 (outdoors)
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Indoors: Can be grown year-round in all zones with bright light
☀️ Light & Watering
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Light: Full sun outdoors; bright direct light indoors ☀️
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Water: Deep, infrequent watering—allow soil to dry completely between waterings 💧
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Soil: Sandy, fast-draining cactus mix
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Temperature: Thrives between 65–100°F; protect from frost ❄️
🌿 Care Tips
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Avoid overwatering—root rot is the #1 cactus killer
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Handle with care—pads have tiny glochids (hair-like spines) that can irritate skin
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Best growth occurs with at least 6–8 hrs of sunlight daily
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Repot every 2–3 years in fresh cactus soil for optimal health
📦 Shipping & Handling
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Secure packaging ensures safe arrival 📦
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Pads may vary slightly in shape and size due to natural growth 🌱
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Some soil displacement in transit is normal—brush off and water lightly upon arrival
Shipping Information:
Shipping Information:
Because all of our items are real & fresh, we require they are shipped overnight to keep them as fresh as possible! Upon shipment you will be sent confirmation and a FedEx tracking number. Once picked up by the carrier, we are not responsible for delays caused by the carrier, lost packages, incorrect addresses, or agricultural holds.
Product Variations
Product Variations
Product variations:
-Leaf shape, sizes and color may vary depending on the time of the year.
-Although we strive to provide the best quality product, keep in mind all foliage is grown outside and may have some naturally occurring blemishes.
Garland Measurements
Garland Measurements
Garland measurements:
Price is per foot.
Our regular grade garlands are between 5-7” wide (listed prices). An extra full upgrade is available which is 8-10” wide, for $2/ft up charge, which can be found HERE.
Processing Time
Processing Time
Please allow time for our 7 day processing period for orders under 50', and 14 day processing period on orders over 50'. If you need the order before that please be sure to add the "rush my order" listing, which can be found HERE.
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Step One:
Measure/decide how much garland you are needing for your space.
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Step Two:
Add the total quantity of your desired foliage to your cart along with any other items needed. All listed prices are per foot.
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Step Three:
Write the lengths of the pieces that you would like in the notes section. Pick arrival date.
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Step Four:
Sit back and wait for your beautiful order to come in!
