While the plant will survive down to -4°C, it will become damaged and frost bitten. It’s better for the plant not to allow any frost to set on it at all.
Cuttings of the plant will only root in hot weather. Keep in a warm location if propagating this way.
Ensure that temperatures are mild (minimum night temperatures should be around -4°C / 25°F) and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Whortleberry cactus is a tender plant.The fruit is ripe when it turns a dark purple color.
These estimates for how long Whortleberry cactus takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.
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