La Verne Red (Red Laverne) – Dragon Fruit
Description:
A stunning hybrid variety, also known as Red Laverne, originating from the Hylocereus guatemalensis line crossed with an unknown species. First buds appeared in December 2024 from a plant established in 2022.
This variety produces long green fins, vibrant red skin, and bright purple flesh, making it visually striking and highly desirable.
It features a white flower and is self-sterile, requiring cross-pollination for reliable fruit set.
Sourced from a passionate Queensland hobby grower.
Self-pollinating:
Self-sterile – requires cross-pollination
Flower:
White
Growth:
Strong, attractive growth with long fins and consistent fruiting potential
Skin colour:
Red skin with long green fins (up to 10cm)
Skin thickness:
Approx. 4mm
Flesh colour:
Bright purple
Fruit size:
Medium to large (size improves as the plant matures)
Taste:
Delicious melon–grape–tropical berry notes with a refreshing aftertaste similar to Condor.
Juicy, no acidity, and full of layered, complex flavours.
Crunchy small seeds and excellent eating quality — truly a 5-star fruit.
Like many La Verne types, flavour continues to improve as the plant ages.
Brix:
16 – 17.99
Sourced:
Queensland hobby grower
Care:
Plant into an excellent quality potting mix to a depth of 2-3 cm
Your dragon fruit will be marked with an arrow, plant ^ Arrow points up to the sky.
Regular Fertilizer
Water once the soil has dried out.
Once rooted transfer onto a post.
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Plant Sizes: These are available in 20cm cuttings.