Dragon Fruit, Red (Starter plant) zamiaceae plants in full sun grow

plants in full sun grow much faster than those grown in shade

and right amount of water

They like a position in full sun to part shade

Outdoor grown

this lovely Cycad needs plenty of warmth to give new growth but is nevertheless more cold hardy than many (just be sure to water it less in cold periods)

Dragon Fruit, Red (Starter plant) zamiaceae plants in full sun growThese come rooted in a nursery pot. Also known as Pitaya, this is the red skinned AND red fleshed Dragon Fruit. It requires some support to climb on. Mature, well supported plants can grow to 3 5m. Needs protection from cooler weather but can handle hot temps up to 40 degrees. Avoid overwatering, this is key. Blooms appear overnight as require nocturnal pollination. Fruit is red skinned with luminous, red, sweet tasting pulp with small, black seeds.