Cylindropuntia (Opuntia) imbricata
Cylindropuntia imbricata is an extremely hardy and ornamental cholla cactus forming small, branched trees.
Description:
Cylindropuntia (Opuntia) imbricata is an extremely hardy and ornamental cholla cactus from the US and Mexico. The large, pink to purple flowers are 2.5 inches wide and will become a quick favourite of butterflies and hummingbirds. On the West Coast, provide sharp drainage and protection from winter rain. Rock gardens or under the overhangs of the house both work well. Elsewhere they can be planted in the open but always in sharp drainage. The photo is of a specimen growing in Osoyoos, BC in December.
Common Name: Tree Cholla
Family: Cactaceae (The Cactus Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-10
Light: Full Sun
Height: 4-6'
Width: 2-3'
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Class: Evergreen
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Drought Tolerant, Dry
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Bees, Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat:
Award:
Geogrpahical Origin: Americas - North America
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