(Opuntia acanthocarpa)
The light yellow spines of this cactus provide contrast to its medium green skin. Shrublike form and thorns help make it a highly effective security barrier. Canopy coverage: 20 square feet.
Water Requirement: low
Sun Exposure: reflected sun, full sun
Cold Hardiness: cold hardy to 10F
Growth Rate: moderate
Height: 4 feet high
Width: 5 feet wide
Evergreen
Foliage Color: medium green
Flower Color: yellow, red
Flower Season: spring