Prickly Pear 'Old Mexico'
Opuntia ‘Old Mexico’ is a spineless selection of Opuntia gomei, a native cactus found in the southernmost coast of Texas and into Tamaulipas, Mexico. This cultivar, named after Helen Wynans, is valued for its attractive, wavy-edged pads and bright yellow blooms. It is well-suited for both full sun and partial shade, demonstrating excellent heat and drought tolerance.
Origin: Mexico
Height: 3 to 6 feet
Spread: 3 to 6 feet
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low
Blooms: May-August
USDA Zones: 7-10
Description
Opuntia ‘Old Mexico’ is a spineless selection of Opuntia gomei, a native cactus found in the southernmost coast of Texas and into Tamaulipas, Mexico. This cultivar, named after Helen Wynans, is valued for its attractive, wavy-edged pads and bright yellow blooms. It is well-suited for both full sun and partial shade, demonstrating excellent heat and drought tolerance.
Origin: Mexico
Height: 3 to 6 feet
Spread: 3 to 6 feet
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low
Blooms: May-August
USDA Zones: 7-10
