Cylindropuntia imbricata (Cholla) Size:3 gal Texas native No Mature height

Texas native No Mature height 7-10 ft Mature spread 7-10 ft Attracts Birds Edible part(s) Fruit Notes Self-fertile

It thrives in the challenging conditions that Texas throws at it

Pale-Leaf Yucca is native to north-central Texas

winter or early spring

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail

Cylindropuntia imbricata (Cholla) Size:3 gal Texas native No Mature heightAlso 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.