{"product_id":"opuntia-cochenillife-23cm-pot","title":"Opuntia cochenillifera | 23cm pot","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpuntia cochenillifera\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, also known as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNopal Cactus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCochineal Nopal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrickly Pear Cactus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is a striking succulent prized for its large, flattened paddle-shaped stems and impressive architectural form. Native to tropical regions of the Americas, this fast-growing cactus makes a dramatic statement plant for sunny homes, conservatories, and cactus collections. Mature specimens can also produce vibrant pink flowers followed by colourful fruits under the right conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Opuntia cochenillifera thrives in bright light and enjoys several hours of direct sunlight each day. A sunny windowsill, greenhouse, or conservatory is ideal. Plenty of light encourages strong, healthy growth and helps maintain its compact, upright form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. As a drought-tolerant cactus, it stores water in its stems and requires only infrequent watering. Water sparingly during the growing season and reduce watering significantly throughout winter. Always ensure excess water drains away freely to prevent root rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":256,\"11\":4}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Prickly pear cactus - robust cactus with round wide flat leaves covered in prickles \\n\\nLight: Full sun, maybe bring away during the hottest days in summer to avoid any scorching - otherwise a bright direct spot is  ideal\\n\\nWater: Allow to dry out completely between waters, a proper cactus soil with a lot of drainage is needed.\\n\\nNon-Toxic\"}'\u003eNon-Toxic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePot size: 23cm | Height: 70cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Urban Tropicana","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56341775384955,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/6956\/6877\/files\/Opuntia_Cochenillifera_23cm_Pot1.jpg?v=1784818063","url":"https:\/\/urbantropicana.co.uk\/products\/opuntia-cochenillife-23cm-pot","provider":"Urban Tropicana","version":"1.0","type":"link"}