Beavertail Cactus
Opuntia basilaris
Plant Details:
Plant Type: Cactus or Succulent
Plant Family: Cactaceae
Plant Description: Bristly succulent with gray-green, fleshy, flattened pads. Small needles are tinted red. Bright pink flowers bloom in spring. Prefers light soils and and little water once established.
Maintenance:
Maintenance Type: Cactus
Plant Care: Cacti (succulent plants with spines instead of true leaves): Remove dead or damaged stems. Prune as necessary to retain a desirable shape. Avoid overwatering.
Plant Attributes:
Mature Size: 2' tall x 4' wide
Utah Native: Yes
Plant Select: No
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Localscapes: Infill Plant
Foliage Interest: Yes
Foliage Colors: Gray-green
Bloom Colors: Pink
Bloom Seasons: Early Summer
Bloom Period: May - Jul
Growing Conditions:
Hardiness Zone: 5 to 10
Light Requirement: Full Sun (6+ hrs sun)
Irrigation Requirement: 
Very Low (Water to Establish)
Very Low (Water to Establish)
Salt Tolerant: Unknown
Deer Resistant: Yes
Garden Location:
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Planting Path
- Nursery Shopping
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Spring -
Summer -
Fall -
Winter
