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Opuntia aurea 'Coombe's Winter Glow' - Coombe's Winter Glow prickly-pear

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Opuntia aurea 'Coombe's Winter Glow' is a perennial dynamo that redefines the classic beauty of prickly-pear cacti. With its potential to grow up to 3 feet tall and wide, it forms a mesmerizing spectacle in any setting. Its radiant golden-yellow flowers, in bloom come the warm embrace of the summer season, are a sight to behold. Yet, it's perhaps the transformation in colder climes that presents Coombe’s Winter Glow prickly-pear with an exceptional flair, as the large, round pads adorned with golden-brown spines radiate a captivating winter copper glow. Journeying far beyond aesthetics, its low water-usage makes it a testament to sustainability, boasting robust drought-resistance that guarantees minimal upkeep. Sun-lovers will find a kindred spirit in Coombe’s Winter Glow, as it thrives in abundant sunlight. A true model of resilience and adaptability, this prickly-pear variety withstands a gamut of soil conditions while also displaying impressive tolerance to frost. Redefine your landscape's personality with this prickly-pear cactus, bringing an enchanting trance of colors and a testament to perseverance all year round.

  • Size: Up to 3 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Vibrant golden-yellow
  • Foliage: Large, round pads with golden-brown spines, radiate copper glow in winter
  • Water usage: Low (drought resistant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun
  • Adaptability: Tolerates a variety of soil types, drought, and frost
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