Grow your own hardy desert cactus with 2 live Opuntia phaeacantha pads, each 4–7 inches long. Known as the Desert Prickly Pear, this rugged species thrives in heat, drought, and freezing temperatures down to –20°F, making it one of the most cold-tolerant Opuntias available.

Perfect for xeriscapes, rock gardens, and containers, this cactus produces classic paddle-shaped pads and seasonal blooms. These pads root easily in well-draining soil and are ideal for gardeners who want a resilient, low-maintenance cactus.

• 2 live Opuntia phaeacantha cactus pads (4–7")

• Extremely cold hardy down to –20°F

• Classic prickly pear with paddle-shaped pads

• Thrives in hot, dry, and poor-soil conditions

• Excellent for xeriscaping, rock gardens, and containers

• Easy to root—ideal for beginners and collectors

• Common Name: Desert Prickly Pear

• Scientific Name: Opuntia phaeacantha

• Plant Type: Cactus / Succulent

• Color: Green pads; seasonal yellow/orange blooms

• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4–10 (very cold hardy)

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Soil Type: Well-draining, sandy or rocky soil

• Watering: Low; drought tolerant

• Growth Habit: Clumping, spreading cactus

• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer