Prickly Pear Cactus

Opuntia ficus-indica

750.00 EGP

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sculptural, sun-loving, and deeply rooted in this part of the world. the Prickly Pear is one of Egypt's most iconic plants, you've seen it growing wild along roads and in gardens your whole life. now imagine it in yours, potted, flowering, and completely unbothered by Cairo's heat.

she grows in flat paddle-shaped sections that stack and spread over time, and in spring and summer she pushes bright orange flowers that are genuinely hard to look away from. zero maintenance, maximum character.

care level: very easy. full sun, almost no water, and she does everything else herself.

Care Instructions

Light:
full direct sun every single day. she was made for it. the more sun the better, a sunny garden or south facing balcony is ideal.
Water:
water deeply once every 2 to 3 weeks in summer, once a month or less in winter. she stores water in her pads and overwatering is the only real way to lose her. when in doubt, skip the watering.
make sure the pot or soil has excellent drainage.
Soil:
well draining sandy or cactus mix soil is essential. she will not tolerate heavy or water retaining soil.

Preferred Spot

a sunny garden bed is where she'll thrive most and grow to her full potential over the years. a large pot on a south or west facing balcony with full sun exposure works well too. she needs space as she matures so give her room. not suitable for indoors.

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