Description:
Connie Gee Dragon Fruit
Hybrid: Hylocereus undatus × H. stenopterus × Hylocereus guatemalensis
New – August 2024
Connie Gee is a carefully bred hybrid developed by renowned breeder Don Burnett, showcasing the precision and intention behind modern dragon fruit breeding. This seedling was created by crossing Connie Mayer with G1, combining desirable traits from both parent plants.
The name Connie Gee reflects this lineage — “Connie” honouring Connie Mayer and “Gee” referencing G1 — making it easy to trace its heritage while acknowledging the genetics behind its unique performance.
Flower Characteristics
Harvest Timing
Fruit Characteristics & Flavour Development
Harvested at 40–42 Days
Harvested ~5 Days Later
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Flavour: Sweeter, less acidic
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Texture: Softer, very juicy
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Colour: Darkens as internal colour begins to bleed through
This variety allows growers to fine-tune harvest timing depending on whether they prefer a balanced, refreshing fruit or a sweeter, juicier eating experience.
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.
For more information check out some of our blogs.
Plant Sizes: These are available in 20cm cuttings
Shipping
All items are posted on a Monday Express post, with Australia Post. If Monday is a public holiday they will be sent the Tuesday or the following Monday depending on the destination. We aim to deliver healthy and happy plants :)
- No post to WA, NT and TAS due to quarantine restrictions and biosecurity