Opuntia monacantha 'Maverick' - MAVERICK PRICKLY PEAR

Opuntia, commonly known as prickly pear, are known for their flat, paddle-shaped stems and edible fruit. The plants are relatively easy to grow and are a popular choice for xeriscaping or as houseplants.
 
Caution: Opuntia species have fine, barbed bristles called glochids. Glochids easily detach and can pierce skin and leather gloves, so use tongs when handling.
 
Common Names: Maverick Prickly Pear, Opuntia monacantha 'Maverick', Joseph's Coat
Name Meaning: Opuntia: Latin puncti (prickled); monacantha: Greek "one thorn"; 'Maverick': reference to unusual growth habit.
Plant Family: Cactaceae (cactus)
Native Range: South America (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay)
Grow Zone (Hardiness): 9a - 11b (30°F) Find my zone
Bloom: Yellow flowers spring through summer followed by reddish-purple fleshy fruits 
Light: Outdoors: Full or filtered sun; Indoors: Direct or bright indirect sunlight
Soil: Well-draining
Water: Low
Growth Rate/Habit: Slow/Shrubby or treelike
Mature Size:  1 - 6 ft. tall x 3 ft. (clump)
 
SOLD AS 5-12-INCH TALL BARE-ROOT SPECIMENS; place in soil and they will grow.
 
We recommend planting these in our CACTUS/SUCCULENT SOIL.