Opuntia monacantha f. monstuosa 'Maverick': Prickly pear cactus with pad-like stems. Given full sun, infrequent water, and room to grow, it can produce offshoots and develop into a large shrub. It can take a bit more frequent water than most cacti, but it does need full sun and excellent drainage to thrive. Unlike most Opuntia, this variety will not tolerate extended frost. This plant is fully rooted in a 2" pot.
This cactus variety will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures it can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. Cactus need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 70% to 80% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply and wait for the soil to completely dry out before watering again. ---------
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