How to grow Indian fig (Opuntia phaeacantha) from seed
Posted July 4th, 2008 by admin
Seed germination, sowing instructions for Indian fig. Opuntia phaeacantha is easy to grow from seeds. An evergreen perennial growing to 0.5 m. Very hardy as long as the soil is not wet. Requires dry, well drained soil. Give some protection from rain and snow (by walls). Sow seed indoors in well-drained soil. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them in greenhouse or indoors for their first two winters. Plant them out into permanent positions after the last expected frosts.
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