*** Being sold by the pad/Segment ***

Tree Cholla (Cylindropuntia Impricata): A twisty looking cactus that grows tall, branching stems. It is a prolific bloomer with "chains" of large, pink to magenta flowers that open in late afternoon. The glaucous green stems darken with age and have both spines and barbed glochids. A spectacular cactus of the Southwestern United States, Cylindropuntia imbricata (Tree Cholla) can be a low, densely branched shrub to a large, tree-like cactus with a strong central trunk. The stout, rope-like, gray-green stems are studded with 8-30 sharp spines, up to 1 in. long (2.5 cm), on most areoles. Needle-like, the spines can be silver to yellow, brown, or pink. Bright pink to purple, bowl-shaped flowers, up to 3 in. across (8 cm), with a boss of yellow stamens, are produced in spring and summer. Attractive to bees and butterflies, they are followed by long-lasting yellow fruits that persist for many months. Various wild birds and mammals will feast on them. Found in a wide range of environments, from the hot deserts of west Texas to the Colorado mountains above 6,000 feet, Tree Cholla is very hardy (-20°F or -28°C) and can handle extremely high temperatures in summer. Tree Cholla is a very attractive plant and will remain as such year-round. It is a spectacular addition to the desert or cacti garden where its sculptural shape adds a wonderful contrast to the rest of the garden. It also provides cover for many small animals.

Opuntia need plenty of full, outdoor sunlight and great drainage to thrive. They do well in gritty, mineral soils and pots with drainage holes. Over time you'll see new pads sprout from the plant, soon followed by its showy blooms.

★Grows up to 3-8 ft. tall (90-240 cm).
★Easily grown in well-drained soils in full sun. Tolerates afternoon shade. Water in summer and keep dry in winter. Let the soil dry out between waterings. Drought tolerant.
★Great for desert gardens, rock gardens, succulent gardens, or Mediterranean gardens.
★Virtually pest and disease free. Deer resistant.
★Propagate by stem division. Joints root easily and grow quickly when placed in loose, well-draining soil.
★Handle this plant with extreme caution. Keep it away from walkways and areas frequented by children and animals. Spines must be meticulously removed with tweezers.
★Native to the Southwestern United States and Northwestern Mexico.

This plant will be shipped bare segment (no roots). Simply allow to callous over and plant. They root and grow VERY quickly. Beautiful flowers.

Please be advised, I will only refund the amount you paid for the plant (with reason). I won't refund any delivery fee.