Opuntia macrocentra - Ref.:04115 | Lady Opuntia: cold resistant opuntias

This cactus with grey pads, that become purple-red during the winter,has big white and black spines. Large yellow and hard pink flowers are produced in clusters on top of the pads between March and June. Red pear-like fruits follow the flowers. It is a slow-grow opuntia that can be easily controled and has a very low maintenance. It must be planted in well-drained soil and provide monthly irrigations.It's convenient don't water it too often in winter to improve its resistance to cold temperatures.It is desirable to avoid the snow that accumulates inside the leaves. Tª min approx -20/-22 ºC.