Opuntia ellisiana (Spineless Prickly Pear)

Opuntia ellisiana (Spineless Prickly Pear)Opuntia ellisiana is a spineless form of Opuntia cacanapa. It is derived from cultivation in the United States. Spineless Prickly Pear is a great addition to the landscape for those seeking a cactus form, showy blooms and bright red fruits (tunas). Beware, although it doesn't have long sharp spines, the tiny glochids (slivers) are very irritating to the skin if the plant is not handled correctly. Grab the pads between the glochid "dots". AT A GLANCE

It's drought tolerant and deer resistant

part sun Bloom color White Bloom time Late summer

native to Central Texas

Texas native Yes Water use Low to medium Sun exposure Sun to part shade Bloom color Pink

Its corky bark protects it from sunscald

summer Mature height 1

especially in the summer

Fragrant Mimosa requires little help from us

Golden Dalea is a native warm-season perennial that features bright yellow flowers

It goes dormant in the winter and should not be trimmed until late winter or early spring

It produces red rose hips in fall that persist through winter

It is excellent for erosion control