Compared to Opuntia ficus-indica, the leaves of Opuntia robusta, originating from Central Mexico, are smaller and have more spines. The bright yellow flowers are large and very attractive and are followed by small, edible fruits, which have a dark red to violet skin when fully ripe in fall. The seeds are surrounded by a soft, juicy, refreshing, mild-tasting flesh. Thanks to its cold tolerance, Opuntia robusta can be permanently planted in the garden in regions with very mild winters. It needs well-drained gritty or sandy soil and full sun as well as shelter from rain in winter.

Quality: low maintenance cactus; drought and heat tolerant. Unfortunately, the plants are very sensitive to breaking during transport. But a broken leaf can be replanted and a new plant will grow. Please stabilize well, because the leaves are very heavy in relation to the rather weak growing points

Usage: from April to October in pots on balcony or terrace or in the garden with overwintering indoors; all year round in frost-free winter gardens; with winter protection planted in the garden in regions with very mild winters