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Opuntia Quimilo Prickly Pear Cactus

Opuntia Quimilo Prickly Pear Cactus

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🌵 Live Quimilo Prickly Pear Cactus Cutting (Opuntia quimilo) – Rare & Towering South American Variety! 🌞

Introduce a bold and impressive specimen to your cactus collection with the Quimilo Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia quimilo)! Native to Argentina, this unique variety features broad, paddle-shaped pads and can grow into a towering, tree-like form—making it a striking centerpiece in any xeriscape or succulent garden.

Key Features:

Massive Growth Potential: Can grow up to 6–10 feet tall with proper care—ideal for dramatic landscaping.
Distinct Paddle Pads: Large, rounded green pads with a classic cactus texture and moderate spines.
Drought Tolerant: Requires minimal water once established.
Versatile & Showy: Great for desert-themed gardens, containers, or rare plant collections.

Product Details:

  • Type: Live Quimilo Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia quimilo)
  • Size: Approximately 6–10 inches tall (1 fresh, unrooted pad)
  • Condition: Healthy, freshly harvested and ready to root
  • Color: Bright green pads with potential purpling in sun stress
  • Spines: Moderate spines, generally sparse but sharp

Planting & Care Instructions:

🌱 Preparation: Let the cut end callous for a few days before planting in well-draining cactus soil.
🌵 Planting: Root in a container or directly outdoors in a dry, sunny location.
💧 Watering: Water lightly until roots form, then reduce to infrequent deep watering.
Sunlight: Thrives in full sun; protect young pads from intense heat until rooted.
Temperature Tolerance: Hardy in USDA zones 9–11; protect from hard freezes.

Why Choose Our Quimilo Cactus?

Grown with Care: Each pad is hand-selected for size and quality.
Rare & Impressive: A must-have centerpiece for serious cactus collectors.
Secure Shipping: Packed with care for a safe arrival and strong start.

🌵 Bring home the rare and towering beauty of the Quimilo Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia quimilo) today!

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