Scientific Name: Rubus fruticosus 'Arapaho'
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Spineless Prickly Pear Size:5 inch Scientific Name: Rubus fruticosus 'Arapaho'Opuntia ellisiana (Spineless Prickly Pear) is a resilient, evergreen cactus that thrives in dry, well drained soils. It prefers full sun but can tolerate part shade. This spineless form of prickly pear is prized for its unique, pad like foliage and stunning blooms in shades of red, pink, orange, or yellow, which appear in late spring to early summer. The bright red fruits, known as tunas, add visual interest and attract wildlife. Despite its lack of