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Rajesh Prickly pears (opuntia) cuttings?

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Joined: 2005/3/11
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From: Spain, USDA z9


Hello,

I've been given some "leaves" (what's the name?) of prickly pear. I'd like some hints for the best way to root these.
All advises will be appreciated :-)
Regards

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Rajesh
»2005/7/5 5:29 Profile

Kacey Re: Prickly pears (opuntia) cuttings?

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Hi Rajesh,

From what I read on the Net, rooting Opuntia cuttings is fairly easy :
- allow the cuttings to heal off for a few weeks (a couple of weeks should do the trick) and then plant them directly in the ground.
- Can be done in the growing season, E.g May to August.

Good luck with your cuttings 8-)
»2005/7/13 13:51 Profile

johnkeats Re: Prickly pears (opuntia) cuttings?

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Joined: 2008/4/4
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Got some opuntia ficus indica pads from a trip to Florida, put them in a little soil, one had three or four little pads coming out of it, but then it suddenly started to rot. Why? I only watered it a couple of times in the month I had them. Any ideas?

Chris
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