Prickly Pear Cactus - Cow's Tongue

Height: 3-4 feet

Spread: 4-6 feet

Hardiness Zones: 8-11

Thrives in full sun and well draining soils, low water needs

This variety of cactus is the most distinctive. Elongated pads are up to 3 ft wide. When the new pads come out they are bright green and fade to a more muted green

Large yellow flowers bloom in spring followed by purple-red fruits