The most popular native cacti species in Ontario. A sizable patch is found at Point Pelee National Park.

Enjoys dry conditions with sandy or gravelly well-drained soil. Full sun. Pads persist through winter. Showy yellow flowers are followed by red edible fruit. Thorns line the upper margins. Tolerant of deer and rabbits 😉

Height : 0.5-1 feet (15-30 cm) Spread : 1-1.5 feet (30-45 cm)

Bloom Period : June-July

Light : Full Sun

Water : Dry-medium

Soil : Sand, loam

Zone : 4-9

Native Habitat : Sandy meadows, open areas

Landscape Uses: Butterfly gardens, pollinator gardens, xeriscaping, rock garden