Opuntia engelmannii var lindheimeri aka Texas Prickly 🍐Pear

General Care for Opuntia engelmannii var lindheimeri aka Texas Pricklypear

Opuntia engelmannii var lindheimeri aka Texas Pricklypear is an excellent addition to outdoor succulent gardens. It is deer-resistant and provides nectar for bees and hummingbirds with its flowers.

Watering

Texas Pricklypear has typical succulent watering needs. Use the soak and dry method, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Where to Plant

This variety is not cold hardy, so if you live in a zone colder than 10°F (-12°C), plant it in a container that can be brought indoors. It thrives in full to partial sun.

Plant in an area that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight daily. For indoor overwintering, place near a southern-facing window in the Northern Hemisphere. Supplement with a grow light as needed.

How to Propagate Opuntia engelmannii var lindheimeri aka Texas Pricklypear

Propagation of Texas Pricklypear can be done through stem cuttings or seeds.

Cuttings

Take stem cuttings using a sterile, sharp knife or scissors. Let the cut end callous for several days before planting in well-draining soil. Water only when the soil is completely dry.

Seeds

Harvest seeds from mature fruit of the plant. Allow the fruit to over-ripen, then remove and clean the seeds. Dry them before planting in well-draining soil.