Opuntia basilaris – Prickly Pear Cactus (4" Pot)
*** Garlands are priced by the Foot*** Bunches, Wreaths, Plants & More are determined by the quantity ordered.
(((Ordering Instructions For Garlands))) Ordering Different Lengths? Place the total number of feet in the quantity section. During Checkout, Write out the specific lengths in Notes Section
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🌵 Opuntia basilaris – Prickly Pear Cactus (4" Pot) 🌵
Botanical Name: Opuntia basilaris P.
Common Names: Prickly Pear Cactus, Beavertail Cactus
✨ Product Description
Add a touch of desert beauty to your home or garden with the Prickly Pear Cactus! 🌞 Known for its distinctive, flattened, fleshy pads stacked in a jointed manner, this succulent creates a striking, shrub-like shape. In spring, it bursts into brilliant magenta blooms that attract pollinators and stand out against its blue-green pads.
Native to arid regions of the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico, Opuntia basilaris is drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and perfect for beginners or collectors looking for a hardy showpiece.
📏 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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Flower Color: Magenta to purple
🌱 Growing Zones
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USDA Hardiness Zones: 8–11 outdoors
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Indoors: Thrives year-round in bright, sunny locations
☀️ Light & Water
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Light: Full sun outdoors ☀️ | Bright, direct light indoors
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Water: Deep, infrequent watering; allow soil to fully dry before watering again 💧
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Soil: Fast-draining cactus or succulent mix
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Temperature: Prefers 65–100°F; protect from prolonged frost ❄️
🌿 Care Tips
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Provide 6–8 hours of sun daily for best growth
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Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
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Wear gloves when handling—pads may have tiny glochids (hair-like spines)
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Repot every 2–3 years into fresh cactus soil
📦 Shipping Notes
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Secure, protective packaging for 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 during shipping is normal—brush gently and water lightly after unpacking
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!
