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Ruffled Papaya Prickly Pear Cactus
Opuntia Walk in Beauty™ 'Ruffled Papaya'
Prickly Pear Cactus
In stock · from $48.99
Cold-hardy prickly pear cactus developed in Denver, CO for cold hardiness and tested in Arizona for heat tolerance as well. Tends to be nearly spineless but does have glochids (short bristles that will detach from the paddle). Remain short and will spread freely but slowly enough to contain easily. Do not over water. Requires dry or well draining soil.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-09-03.
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Adds winter interest.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
Quick answers
How big does Ruffled Papaya Prickly Pear Cactus get?
About 2' tall and 4' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Ruffled Papaya Prickly Pear Cactus need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Ruffled Papaya Prickly Pear Cactus need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Ruffled Papaya Prickly Pear Cactus grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Ruffled Papaya Prickly Pear Cactus in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $48.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Ruffled Papaya Prickly Pear Cactus wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.