About Opuntia microdasys albata 'Bunny Ears'
Opuntia microdasys albata 'Bunny Ears' is also known as the 'bunny cactus', the classic succulent plant that is popular with most cacti enthusiasts. The shrubs are produced by the green pad-shaped stem. The succulent mats are covered with white glochids that look like tufts of cotton. Be careful with the dots that can pierce the skin when handling the 'bunny Ears' plant.

How to care for Opuntia microdasys albata 'Bunny Ears'
Sun/Location: Opuntia microdasys need bright and plenty of sunlight to grow. For a houseplant, Bunny Ears can grow on the south-face windowsill. Ideally, provide the cacti plant with 6-8 hours of sunlight outdoors in spring and fall. The partial shade is essential for bunny cacti in summer. Soft succulents can't tolerate frost in winter; click here to learn how to overwinter succulents.

Soil/Pot: The cactus plant native to northern Mexico prefers live in sandy and well-draining soil. Choose potting soil for cactus or make cactus soil for your bunny ears by adding gritty rock and perlite to the cactus soil mix. If you are a potting succulent, keep in mind to choose the planter pot with a drainage hole.

Watering: As a drought-tolerated succulent plant, Opuntia microdasys can be neglected for a long time until the soil is completely dry. Frequently overwatering many causes the cacti to rot. Learn the simple method of soak-and-dry to get how to water bunny ears succulents.

More Information
Primary color: green; white
Secondary color: yellow
Bloom color: yellow
Cold hardiness: zone 9a (from 20F)
Product format: 2" pot
Suitability: balcony, Window, Garden
Propagation: stem cutting, leaf, seed
Special characteristic: easy to propagate