Opuntia santa-rita 'Tubac'
Tubac Purple Prickly Pear Cactus

A true cactus that spreads to form a shrubby fence. Blue-gray, pad-like cladodes turn ornamental purple in winter. Needle-like spines poke out from widely spaced areoles. Large, yellow flowers in spring and summer are followed by prickly pear fruits. Evergreen.

USDA zones: 8 - 11
Sunset zones: 4 - 9, 16 - 24,  H1, H2
Mature size: 4 feet high and 6 feet wide
Light needs: full sun
Water needs: little to no water