Seed Details & Growing Guide
All the essential information to grow healthy, vibrant flowers.
- Seed Type Fruit Seeds
- Plant Type Perennial Succulent Cactus (Prickly Pear)
- Germination Time 3–12 weeks (slow and uneven)
- Sowing Depth 0.5–1 cm
- Plant Spacing 0.9–1.5 m
- Sunlight Full sunlight (8 or more hours daily)
- Soil Type Sandy, gritty, very well-drained soil
- Watering Very light watering; drought tolerant, so let the soil dry fully between waterings
- Ideal Temperature 15–35°C (hardy in USDA zones 8–11)
- Blooming Time Flowers and fruits about 3–5 years from seed
- Suitable For Desert and rock gardens, hedges and containers
- Seed Storage Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container
- Special Care Nick or scarify the hard seed coat before sowing; wear thick gloves, as it has spines and fine barbs.