Eastern Prickly Pear grows in sandy, gravely sites. It will probably grow in a raised bed with well-drained soil. The flower is yellow and 4" in diameter. Red fruits are produced and are edible as are the pads if you are really careful (no kidding!).

Environment:  Prairie  Savanna  Woodland  Wet  Wet Mesic  Mesic  Dry Mesic  Dry  Butterfly/Caterpillar

Bloom Period:  April  May  June  July  August  September  October