Opuntia, Prickly Pear Cactus 'Crystal Tide'

i have 13 different cold hardy opuntia species and to my opinion this one has the cleanest look. The spines aren't too long and bright wh...Read Moreite and point in different directions ( 3 each ). Thick pads with a bright green colour. Very cold hardy and rain tolerant compared with other ones ( still need really good drainage ).

This is the opuntia with the best looking pads, to my opinion this is one you need in your collection if you collect cold hardy cacti.

Cold hardy down to zone 3...Wow! This near-white/cream colored flower has bright red stamens and blooms in June (summer). Grows compactly...Read More to about 6" high by 2 ft. wide, has short white spines and dry fruit. This cultivar may be available at coldhardycactus.com.