Cylindropuntia imbricata (Cholla) part shade Carolina Rose spreads by suckers

Carolina Rose spreads by suckers to form dense colonies and works well as a natural hedge or wildlife planting

and can grow in both wet and dry conditions

blue Bloom time April - October Mature height 6 ft Attracts Butterflies

poor soil as well as damp soil

It actually is a small shrub with its lower stem becoming woody with age

Cylindropuntia imbricata (Cholla) part shade Carolina Rose spreads by suckersAlso 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.