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Opuntia cacanapa 'Ellisiana' is a distinctive cactus that effortlessly brings a touch of the Southwest straight into your garden. Known as the Hardy Spineless Prickly Pear, this plant is celebrated for its robustness and exceptional no-spin figure. Its lime-green, flat, oval pads stretch up to 3-4 feet in both height and width, commanding presence without imposition. From late spring to early summer, it adorns itself with radiant yellow flowers, followed by an array of ruby-red fruits that transform the cactus into a living piece of art. Cut your watering chores down to a minimum, for the Hardy Spineless Prickly Pear thrives with low water consumption, relishing in full sun exposure. Its resilience extends beyond a mere tolerance to drought, demonstrating remarkable frost resistance. Ideal for a wide range of landscapes, this cactus is the quintessential element for the modern, water-conscious garden, pairing minimalist aesthetic with the ease of maintenance.








