Opuntia 'Burbank Spineless'
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Opuntia 'Burbank Spineless', commonly known as Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus, is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant succulent with broad, flat, paddle-like green stems. Unlike traditional prickly pear varieties, this selection is virtually spineless, making it easier to handle and care for.

During spring and summer, it produces large, showy yellow flowers that attract pollinators. These flowers give way to edible fruit, adding ornamental and culinary value. This low-maintenance cactus is highly resilient, thriving in hot, dry conditions and poor soils, making it ideal for Australian gardens.

Growing Requirements

Opuntia 'Burbank Spineless' prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is extremely drought-tolerant once established and requires only occasional watering.

Unique Features

  • Spineless variety – easy to handle
  • Large, vibrant yellow flowers in spring/summer
  • Highly drought-tolerant and low maintenance
  • Edible fruit adds ornamental and culinary appeal
  • Ideal for arid landscapes, rock gardens, and xeriscaping

Uses & Display Suggestions

Perfect for desert gardens, rockeries, xeriscapes, pots, and coastal landscapes. It makes a great feature plant or can be used as a low-maintenance hedge or screen.

Light requirement: Full Sun

Water requirement: Low

Watering frequency:

Soil: Well-Draining, Sandy, Rocky, Dry Soil

Skill level: Beginner

Growth rate: Fast

Suitable for containers: Yes

More info: Plant in sandy or well-draining soil. Water occasionally in dry periods. Requires minimal maintenance.

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Drought tolerance: High

Frost tolerance: Medium

Wind tolerance: High

Disease and pest susceptibility: Generally pest-resistant, but watch for mealybugs or scale insects.

Mature height: 1.75 m

Mature width: 2.25 m

Suitable for shaping: Yes

Colour: Green (Paddle-like stems)

Variegation: No

Size: Large

Seasonality: Evergreen

Flowering: Yes; profuse/bright display

Flower colour: Yellow

Flower fragrant: No

Flowering season: Spring – Summer

Fruit: Yes

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