{"product_id":"giant-tree-form-prickly-pear-cactus-live-rooted-plant","title":"Giant Tree-Form Prickly Pear Cactus – Live Rooted Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003e🌵 Giant Tree-Form Prickly Pear Cactus – Live Rooted Plant | Yellow Flowering Cactus\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow something truly impressive with this Giant Tree-Form Prickly Pear Cactus, a vigorous variety that can eventually develop an incredibly thick, woody trunk and large branching structure as it matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike the smaller, low-growing prickly pears commonly seen in colder climates, this cactus can develop into a substantial shrub or tree-like specimen under the right growing conditions. Mature plants produce broad green pads and beautiful yellow flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe plant pictured is a young start propagated from our own mature parent plants. Our established specimens develop massive trunks and produce vigorous new pad growth each growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🌵 What You’ll Receive:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Live Rooted Cactus Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimilar in size to the young plant shown in the listing photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePropagated from our established mature parent plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong, healthy new growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant size, shape and number of pads will naturally vary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e🌞 Why We Love It:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelops an impressive tree-like form with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature plants can form an exceptionally thick, woody trunk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, broad green pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful yellow flowers on mature plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVigorous summer growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoves sunshine and heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasily propagated from pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent statement cactus for containers or warm-climate landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Planting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in very well-draining cactus or succulent soil. Provide plenty of bright light, gradually acclimating the plant to full sun if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow the soil to dry between waterings. Avoid consistently wet or soggy soil, particularly during cooler weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome wrinkling, discoloration or cosmetic damage can occur during shipping and transplanting. This does not necessarily indicate a problem with the plant. Once established, new growth can appear quickly during warm weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e❄️ IMPORTANT – WINTER PROTECTION REQUIRED\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is NOT one of the cold-hardy prickly pear varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis cactus must be protected from freezing temperatures. In colder growing zones, we recommend container growing so the plant can be moved to a protected location for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ CACTUS HANDLING WARNING\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlthough this cactus has relatively few prominent spines, pads contain glochids and may have occasional larger spines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGlochids are extremely small cactus bristles that detach easily and can irritate the skin. Always use thick gloves or appropriate tools when handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🌵 Please Note:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 live rooted cactus per order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach plant is unique and will vary naturally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber, size and shape of pads will vary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature parent plants shown demonstrate the potential growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow flowers are produced by mature parent plants; your young plant is not guaranteed to flower the first season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlants may be trimmed when necessary for safe shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis cactus requires winter protection in cold climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e🌞 Sunshine Valley Garden – Where Beauty Blooms 🌞🪴\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur plants are naturally grown outdoors in real sun, wind and weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGardens are inspected annually by the Department of Agriculture\u003cbr\u003eRestricted States: AK, GU, HI, PR\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SunshineValleyGarden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53961599844646,"sku":"fairy cactus","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/1321\/0406\/files\/il_fullxfull.8463293244_egzy.jpg?v=1790514137","url":"https:\/\/sunshine-valley-garden-llc.myshopify.com\/products\/giant-tree-form-prickly-pear-cactus-live-rooted-plant","provider":"Sunshine Valley Garden ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}