Prickly Pear 'Santa Rita' Berries These stunning flowers are predominantly

These stunning flowers are predominantly purple

The bright tubular yellow flowers rise elegantly above the leafy clump on tall flower stalks

although it looks delicate

Bloom: May-July

it dazzles with attractive shades of red and maroon that stay vibrant late into the season—no dull browns here

Prickly Pear 'Santa Rita' Berries These stunning flowers are predominantlyOpuntia 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