Im looking for a cactus to meet my needs below.
One that has the best at taking lots of wetness.
Cold hardy for my zone or lower (5b-5a or zone 4b to 2a)
Maybe edible fruits?
Does not need much or any protection.
Great place to order from (Canada or Ontario)
Im sorry that I could be to hard and picky
but I do not want anything to die on me!
Great cactus to start in Trenton Ontario
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Maybe Opuntia humifusa (Prickly pear) cactus might be the best choice. They are native to Southern Ontario and may do well in your zone. I don't think they like wet soil so you will have to amend the soil with lots of sand and erect a shelter over them for winter. Hope this helps and I will let the experts suggest other cacti.
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Cheers, Ryan
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Cheers, Ryan
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Check out http://www.rockgardenplants.com
I have bought lots of cacti from there and they all made it through winter. Also try Opuntia polyacantha. They have big pads and very cold hardy. O. Basilaris is also good choice. All mine made it with no damage at all.
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Check out http://www.rockgardenplants.com
I have bought lots of cacti from there and they all made it through winter. Also try Opuntia polyacantha. They have big pads and very cold hardy. O. Basilaris is also good choice. All mine made it with no damage at all.
Regards,
Jay
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