Opuntia Monacantha Maverick

Plant Description

Introducing Opuntia Monacantha Maverick, a striking Prickly Pear cactus known for its distinctive pad-like stems. With ample sunlight, occasional watering, and space to flourish, it has the potential to sprout new growth and evolve into a substantial shrub. While it is more tolerant of watering than many cacti, it thrives in environments with abundant sunlight and impeccable drainage. It's important to note that unlike typical Opuntia varieties, this particular one is not suited for prolonged exposure to frost. 

Region and Specifications

- Origin: Mexico
- Hardiness Zone: 10
- Hardiness: Tender soft succulent - cannot tolerate frost
- Recommended Light Conditions: Partial sunlight during the day
- Bloomtime: Spring
- Bloom Color: Yellow

Watering and Light Recommendations

Indoors:
- Watering: Instead of providing gradual sips of water throughout the week, give the succulents a thorough soaking until water drains from the pot's drainage holes. Empty excess water from the saucer as succulents dislike sitting in water. Allow the soil to completely dry out before watering again.

Outdoors:
- Summer Watering: Water the succulents every two weeks by soaking them and allowing them to dry before watering again.
- Winter Watering: Water the succulents once a month.

Technical Details for Care:

- Light Requirements: Requires bright light for most of the day or constant dappled shade.
- Watering Frequency: Best to water every two weeks.