Prickly Pear Cactus – 15 Seeds

Grow a beautiful and edible desert icon with our Prickly Pear Cactus seeds. This versatile heirloom is a true two-for-one, producing both delicious fruit (tunas) and edible pads (nopales). The sweet, vibrant red fruits are a refreshing treat, while the pads are a staple in Mexican cuisine. Beyond its culinary uses, this cactus has a bold, architectural, sculptural form that makes a stunning statement in a low-water landscape or a large container. It's a fun, rewarding, and low-maintenance plant to grow. What you'll love A dual-purpose edible plant—harvest both the sweet fruit (tunas) and the pads (nopales). A bold, sculptural cactus that adds a stunning architectural element to the garden. An extremely drought-tolerant plant perfect for xeriscaping and hot, sunny spots. A plant with a rich history of culinary and traditional medicinal use. Seed details Plant Name: Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia ficus-indica) Seed Quantity: Approx. 15 seeds Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO Lifecycle: Perennial Height: 6-15 feet Days to Maturity: 2-3+ years to produce fruit USDA Zone: 8-11 (or as a potted plant in any zone) Origin: American Grown Growing instructions Soaking (Required): To help break the hard seed coat, soak seeds in hot tap water for 24-48 hours before planting. Sowing: Start seeds indoors at any time. Depth: Plant seeds 1/8 inch deep in a fast-draining cactus/succulent soil mix. Germination: Keep soil lightly moist and very warm. Germination can be slow and irregular. Light Requirement: Full Sun. Watering: Water sparingly once established; this plant is extremely drought-tolerant. ⚠️ Please note Germination times for cactus seeds can be very irregular, ranging from a few weeks to several months.    Hey, you. We're committed to giving you the best stuff out there, and sometimes that means we find other cool people making awesome things. It's like we're the best matchmakers for your self-care routine. This product is from one of those super rad, small businesses that we’ve vetted and love. But since they're the experts, they'll be shipping it directly to you. So, don't be shocked when this little gem arrives in its own separate package, all by its lonesome. It's just a special delivery from a friend of the family!