Prickly Pear Cactus in Bloom

[Ross]

Has survived -30F (-34C) winters growing in a brick planter on an exposed hill out by the road. We nearly lost it one year when there was little snow cover and a nasty cold snap.

 

[Marco]

That's pretty cool. Nice yellow on the blooms.

 

[SlipperFan]

I think it's amazing that a cactus can grow and flourish in these northern climates -- we have these in Michigan, also. Tough plants!

 

[biothanasis]

Nice...!!!! Very delicate flowers!

 

[NYEric]

did you ever eat the fruit!? Oh its terrible and even has pricklers inside!