Opuntia basilaris cv. Baby Rita Purple Pad Pink Flower

Opuntia basilaris cv. Baby Rita is a little wonder that thrives from the coast to the heart of the inland deserts, and even into high altitude mountain areas where hardiness to 0 degrees is required. Opuntia basilaris cv. Baby Rita never grows taller than about 8 inches and spreads along the ground in a loose mound to 24 inches wide. Opuntia basilaris cv. Baby Rita will be covered with brilliant pink-red flowers in the spring. Opuntia basilaris cv. Baby Rita pads have a purple hue that lasts all year, but is most intense in the winter.