Add a touch of charm and color to your succulent collection with Rabbit Ears Succulent (Opuntia microdasys), known for its distinctive, fuzzy pads and vibrant seasonal blooms. Perfect for rock gardens, container planting, and indoor succulent displays, this hardy plant is both decorative and low-maintenance. These heirloom, GMO-free seeds are carefully selected for high germination, making them ideal for gardeners seeking exotic, easy-to-grow succulent varieties.
Features & Specifications
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Seed Type: Heirloom, GMO-free
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Flower Color: Bright yellow or colorful blooms (seasonal)
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Foliage: Fuzzy, rounded succulent pads resembling rabbit ears
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Plant Type: Low-growing cactus/succulent
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Growth Habit: Compact, clumping, and slow-growing
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Blooming Season: Late winter to spring
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Suitable For: Rock gardens, succulent containers, indoor displays, and home gardens
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 4–6 hours to improve germination.
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Soil Requirement: Use well-draining, sandy or gritty soil mix suitable for cacti and succulents.
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Sowing Depth: Sprinkle seeds lightly on the soil surface; do not cover, as they require light to germinate.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist using a spray bottle until seedlings emerge, then reduce watering to prevent rot.
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Light & Temperature: Provide bright, indirect light. Ideal temperature: 65–80°F (18–27°C).
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Germination Time: Seeds typically sprout within 2–6 weeks.
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Transplanting: Once seedlings develop 2–3 pads and strong roots, transplant carefully into individual pots or succulent arrangements.
