Description
Opuntia columbiana (Columbia prickly pear)
The most common of our local cacti
Columbia prickly pear has beautiful yellow flowers that gradually turn shades of rose and apricot as they age. Flowers become small barrel shaped fruits later in the year. Can tolerate a little extra water. Photo by Marilyn Lemar.
Height: 12″
Width: up to 2′
Light: sun
Water: low to moderate