hardy cacti

the members of the genus opuntia are commonly known as prickly pears. some species are hardy and tolerate frost til -20 °c/-4 °f which makes them suitable for growing in the garden. they like to be placed sunny the year round and need well drained soil, containing some coarse sand and grit.

there are a lot of cultivars available, blooming from yellow to red. some of them need a winter rain protection.


opuntia humifusa


opuntia cv. rom


opuntia violacea


opuntia violacea