Add a touch of desert elegance to your home or garden with Opuntia Pink Cactus Seeds, a unique and eye-catching variety known for its colorful pads and vibrant pink hues. These Non-GMO cactus seeds produce hardy, drought-tolerant plants that thrive in sunny, arid conditions.
Perfect for xeriscaping, rock gardens, or indoor succulent displays, the Opuntia pink cactus is easy to grow and maintain. With its striking appearance and minimal care requirements, it’s an excellent choice for gardeners who appreciate resilient and ornamental plants.
Features
- Premium Non-GMO Seeds: Ensures strong germination and healthy cactus growth.
- Vibrant Pink Hue: Adds color and texture to any landscape or container garden.
- Drought-Tolerant: Thrives in dry, sunny environments with little maintenance.
- Perfect for Indoor & Outdoor Use: Great for pots, rock gardens, or desert landscapes.
- Low Maintenance: Ideal for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike.
- Long-Lived Plant: Produces attractive pads and occasional flowers over time.
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Opuntia spp.
- Common Name: Prickly Pear Cactus (Pink Variety)
- Seed Type: Non-GMO, untreated
- Plant Type: Perennial succulent cactus
- Growth Habit: Upright with segmented pads
- Mature Height: 2–5 feet (depending on variety and growing conditions)
- Spread: 3–6 feet
- Soil Type: Sandy, well-drained soil
- Soil pH: 6.0–7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Watering Needs: Very low; water only when soil is completely dry
- Temperature Range: 60°F–100°F (16°C–37°C)
- Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 8–11
- Planting Season: Spring or early summer
- Germination Time: 14–35 days
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Organic Status: Naturally grown, untreated seeds
- Plant Type: Perennial succulent
- Special Traits: Drought-tolerant, heat-loving, low maintenance
Planting Guide
- Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting to soften the seed coat.
- Sowing Depth: Place seeds ¼ inch deep in sandy, well-draining cactus soil.
- Light Requirements: Provide full sun or bright indoor light.
- Temperature: Keep soil between 70–90°F (21–32°C) during germination.
- Watering: Mist lightly to keep soil slightly damp—do not overwater.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings to individual pots once pads appear.
- Maintenance: Water sparingly; allow soil to dry out completely between watering.
