Grafted Cactus Nishiki Red/Black
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The Grafted Cactus Nishiki Red/Black is an extraordinary bicolour grafted cactus with a perfect balance of bright red and deep blackish-purple tones. Due to its lack of chlorophyll in certain areas, this stunning variety must be grafted onto a green rootstock to sustain growth. The contrasting colours create an exceptional display, making it a prized specimen for collectors and enthusiasts.
Distinctive Features
- Vivid Red & Dark Purple Contrast: A unique 50/50 mix of intense red and deep black-purple hues.
- Grafted for Longevity: Relies on a strong green rootstock for continued health and survival.
- Slow, Steady Growth: Maintains its vibrant coloration while developing gradually over time.
Care Tips
- Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light indoors or dappled sunlight outdoors.
- Water: Water only when the soil is completely dry; reduce watering significantly in winter.
- Humidity: Well-adapted to standard indoor humidity levels.
- Media: Prefers a well-draining cactus mix with added sand or perlite.
- Temperature: Keep above 10°C (50°F) to ensure healthy growth.
- Fertiliser: Apply a diluted cactus fertiliser once in spring and summer.
- Repotting: Only required when the rootstock outgrows its container.
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.
VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.
WA, TAS & NT: Thursday 11:59 pm cut-off for Friday treatment. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 10 working days for treatment, certification and processing.
Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.
Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only. It does not speed up processing, treatment or certification.
Biosecurity Fees:
- WA & TAS: $20 per order
- NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and help cover mandatory plant treatment and health certification.
Important:
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Size: 66mm pot