Name: Opuntia basilaris var. brachyclada

Why we love it: This hardy cacti gets its namesake from the blue finger-like paddles it produces. The blue ‘fingers’ are accompanied by a lovely pink flower in early summer. This variety is hardy to zone 7 and can spread about 20″ overtime.

Light:This plant prefers full sun.

Water:Allow the plant to dry between watering. Do not overwater.

Pet Friendly? Opuntia are non-toxic but spines can be painful. This variety also produces a sap that can cause skin irritation.

Plants are sold in their nursery pots.Ceramic pots and baskets are sold separately.