{"product_id":"opuntia-macrocentra-prickly-pear-cutting-5-purple-cactus-with-black-spines-cold-hardy-unrooted-starter-1","title":"Opuntia Macrocentra Prickly Pear Cutting 5+ Inches | Purple Cactus with Black Spines | Cold Hardy to 0°F","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOpuntia Macrocentra Prickly Pear Cutting Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Opuntia Macrocentra, commonly known as the Purple Prickly Pear, is a unique cactus cutting measuring over 5 inches in length. It features striking black spines and a distinctive purple coloration that intensifies when exposed to cold or stress. This unrooted starter cutting is cold hardy down to 0°F, making it suitable for USDA zones 7 through 11.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnrooted cutting, 5 inches or longer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive purple color that develops in cold or stress conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong, dramatic black spines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces pale yellow flowers with red centers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold hardy to 0°F (USDA zones 7-11)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought-tolerant and requires minimal watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to propagate in well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor optimal growth, plant the cutting in a well-draining cactus or succulent soil mix. Place it in full sun to encourage vibrant purple hues and healthy development. Water sparingly, as this cactus is drought tolerant and prefers minimal moisture. When handling the cutting, use gloves or tongs to avoid contact with the sharp black spines. With proper care, this hardy desert plant will thrive outdoors and eventually produce its characteristic pale yellow and red-centered blooms.\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":"Opuntia Macrocentra Prickly Pear Cutting (5\"+) | Purple Cactus with Black Spines | Cold Hardy | Unrooted Starter","offer_id":46928752017607,"sku":"sku-50091886870816","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/2185\/0311\/files\/imagess_ae5c5d84-93df-4634-8f3b-a9a1e2224efd.png?v=1785497921","url":"https:\/\/prosperitynursery.com\/products\/opuntia-macrocentra-prickly-pear-cutting-5-purple-cactus-with-black-spines-cold-hardy-unrooted-starter-1","provider":"Prosperity Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}