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Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus

Opuntia Basilaris

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Overview

The Beavertail Prickly Pear (Opuntia basilaris) is a charming, low-growing cactus, native to the Southwest. Notable for its distinct, flat, paddle-shaped pads resembling beaver tails, this plant typically reaches 6-12 inches in height with a 2-3 feet spread. Springtime blooms display vibrant pink flowers, adding a pop of color. Prefers full sun, minimal water, and well-draining soil, it's excellent for drought-tolerant landscapes and rock gardens.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 7–11Type CactusClimate Arid, Subtropical
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — and its carefree maintenance requirements will assure them of its suitability for their garden
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — paddle-shaped pads resembling beaver tails; the Beavertail creates dense clumps that add, image 56Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — contributing both color and visual interest to the arid landscape palette; it exemplifies water-efficientBeavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — cactus for fullBeavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — paddle-shaped pads resembling beaver tails; the Beavertail creates dense clumps that add texture and aBeavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — cactus for full; especially in regions that emulate its native desert conditions, image 81Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — with a spread of roughly 24 to 36 inches; a detail worth noting during installation and, image 64+118

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Cactus
Family
Cactaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — and its carefree maintenance requirements will assure them of its suitability for their garden
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — paddle-shaped pads resembling beaver tails; the Beavertail creates dense clumps that add, image 56
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — contributing both color and visual interest to the arid landscape palette; it exemplifies water-efficient
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — cactus for full
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — paddle-shaped pads resembling beaver tails; the Beavertail creates dense clumps that add texture and a
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — cactus for full; especially in regions that emulate its native desert conditions, image 81
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — with a spread of roughly 24 to 36 inches; a detail worth noting during installation and, image 64
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — the Beavertail creates dense clumps that add texture and a soft yet rugged beauty to garden, image 65
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — scientifically named Opuntia basilaris; these bluish-green paddles are dotted with small, image 87
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — is a captivating species and a quintessential element for any drought-tolerant landscape; opuntia
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — Opuntia basilaris thrives in full sun and requires well-draining soils to prevent root rot, image 100
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — Informing clients of the Beavertail's low-growing habit; the plant produces reddish, image 103
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — it's excellent for drought-tolerant landscapes and rock gardens, image 86
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — it exemplifies water-efficient gardening and is an excellent choice for xeriscaping; this, image 75
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — adding further ornamental value.<br><br>Adapted to USDA Hardiness Zones 8 through 11, image 99
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — the Beavertail creates dense clumps that add texture and a soft yet rugged beauty to garden, image 92
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — this low-growing perennial presents a unique silhouette with its flattened; scientifically, image 63
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — and its carefree maintenance requirements will assure them of its suitability for their garden, image 77
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — adding further ornamental value.<br><br>Adapted to USDA Hardiness Zones 8 through 11, image 72
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — a detail worth noting during installation and maintenance.<br><br>In the spring; is a, image 94
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — the plant produces reddish; the Beavertail Prickly Pear (Opuntia basilaris) is a charming, low-growing
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — Springtime blooms display vibrant pink flowers, adding a pop of color
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — a detail worth noting during installation and maintenance.<br><br>In the spring; is a captivating species
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — The Beavertail Prickly Pear (Opuntia basilaris) is a charming, low-growing cactus, native to, image 82
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