{"product_id":"opuntia-ficus-indica-cuttings-1-rooted-pad-texas-prickly-pear-cactus-red-fruit-usda-zones-8-11","title":"Opuntia ficus-indica Rooted Pad - Texas Prickly Pear Cactus with Red Fruit, USDA Zones 8-11","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOpuntia ficus-indica Rooted Pad Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis rooted pad of Opuntia ficus-indica, commonly known as the Indian Fig Prickly Pear, is a drought-tolerant cactus native to South Texas. It produces vibrant orange flowers and edible red fruit, making it a unique addition to xeriscape and desert gardens. Suitable for USDA zones 8-11, this cactus thrives in full sun and well-draining soil conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOval to oblong pads measuring over 12 inches long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright orange blooms that add color to the landscape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible red prickly pear fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought tolerant and suitable for dry climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature plants can reach heights of 8 feet or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpuntia ficus-indica prefers full sun exposure and well-draining soil to prevent root rot. It is well adapted to USDA zones 8 through 11, making it ideal for warmer regions. Water sparingly, as this cactus is drought tolerant and requires minimal irrigation once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Jayme Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46925968769223,"sku":"sku-50152510685472","price":75.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/2185\/0311\/files\/images_a4c03d6b-25ec-4fc6-bb6f-09fe4303479f.png?v=1785469402","url":"https:\/\/prosperitynursery.com\/products\/opuntia-ficus-indica-cuttings-1-rooted-pad-texas-prickly-pear-cactus-red-fruit-usda-zones-8-11","provider":"Prosperity Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}