Cylindropuntia imbricata (Cholla) Size:3 gal It is thorny and grows

It is thorny and grows to be quite large

Texas native No Mature height 7-10 ft Mature spread 7-10 ft Attracts Birds Edible part(s) Fruit Notes Self-fertile

While it tolerates most soils

Small-eyed Sphinx Moth

Cylindropuntia imbricata (Cholla) Size:3 gal It is thorny and growsAlso known as Tree Cholla, Walking Stick Cholla. Cholla produces thick branches, bearing short white or light brown spines, with most stems high above the ground, supported by a strong central trunk. The violet flowers are followed by orange fruits that stay attached to the plant for many months. Cholla provides nesting sites especially for Cactus Wrens and Gila Woodpeckers. Cholla is low maintenance, drought tolerant and provides winter interest.