The unexpected joy of growing Prickly Pear

I planted Prickly Pear without expecting much and it's become one of the most satisfying things in my garden. spectacular but brief blooms that can appear overnight is something I couldn't have predicted from looking at it in a nursery. You only understand it once the plant is established and performing.

I keep it in an outdoor container brought in for winter which is perfect for it. watering sparingly and only in the active growing season was the thing I got lucky getting right early. rapid growth during the warm summer months stopped me in my tracks the first time I saw it. scarring from cold water splash on the skin is a real thing — just check regularly and deal with it quickly.