OP130: Cylindropuntia imbricata 'Eli's Purple' COLD HARDY CACTUS Yucca I got it years ago

I got it years ago from Don Campbell in Grand Junction

A humble little plant from the Great Plains and foothills of the Rocky Mountains

" with its 40 or 50 blossoms that last for several weeks

Thrives in the crevice rock garden and can be grown as a windowsill houseplant also

The mojavensis claret cups are VERY long-blooming (up to 6 weeks) and are loved by both bees and hummingbirds

OP130: Cylindropuntia imbricata 'Eli's Purple' COLD HARDY CACTUS Yucca I got it years agoNew! 'Eli's Purple' is an unusual Tree Cholla in that it grows prostrate. As branches grow, they arch outward creating a low shrub. The rich violet flower in June are stunning. Named for naturalist Eli Navant. 3 feet high and 6 feet wide. Hardy to zone 4. Sold in 2. 5 inch pots.