Prickly Pear 'Santa Rita' blue feather especially if you give them

especially if you give them a little love by deadheading the flowers

in the moist woods east of central Texas

is a delightful shrub that usually grows compactly but with a relaxed

each showcasing many prominent stamens

cut back in late-winter before new foliage begins to sprout

Prickly Pear 'Santa Rita' blue feather especially if you give themOpuntia violacea santa rita 'Santa Rita' is a delightful blue prickly pear known for its beautiful lemon yellow flowers and striking long black spines. When it experiences a bit of drought or cold, it transforms into a stunning glowing purple. All prickly pears absolutely thrive in hot, dry summers, require very little water, and can tolerate some chill. In the lovely Sonoran desert where it originates, this plant gracefully endures winter frost and