Prickly Pear: How to Grow and Care for Opuntia Cactus
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Learn to grow prickly pear cactus. With edible pads, flowers and fruit, Opuntia cactus are perfect for rustic-style gardens or grown in containers. Discover cold hardy and spineless varieties.
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Prickly Pear Cactus
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Prickly Pear Cactus
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Opuntia cochenillifera - Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus
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