Teddy Bear Cholla

Cylindropuntia Bigelovii

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Overview

Opuntia bigelovii, or Teddy Bear Cholla, is a striking desert cactus, reaching up to 5 feet tall. It's known for its dense, velvety-appearing spines that can detach easily and painfully adhere to anything that touches them. They require full sun and well-draining soils, thriving in USDA zones 9-11. This low-maintenance plant adds unique texture to xeriscapes but should be placed away from high-traffic areas due to its spiny nature.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 9–10Climate Arid

Teddy Bear Cholla (Cylindropuntia Bigelovii) — Opuntia bigelovii, or Teddy Bear Cholla, is a striking desert cactus, reaching up to 5 feet tall

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Cactaceae
Climate: Arid

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Teddy Bear Cholla (Cylindropuntia Bigelovii) — visually striking appearance; native to the deserts of the Southwestern United States and Northwestern Mexico

Teddy Bear Cholla (Cylindropuntia Bigelovii) — Native to the deserts of the Southwestern United States and Northwestern Mexico; green and yellow flowers in the

Teddy Bear Cholla (Cylindropuntia Bigelovii) — fuzzy appearance reminiscent of a teddy bear - hence its common name; is a unique specimen highly regarded in

Teddy Bear Cholla (Cylindropuntia Bigelovii) — these spines are far from cuddly; inviting glow to landscape designs

Teddy Bear Cholla (Cylindropuntia Bigelovii) — This cactus thrives in full sun and requires minimal water once established; they require full sun and

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