Live Dragon Fruit Plant (Pitaya) – Exotic Fruiting Cactus, Easy to Grow, 8-12 Inch Healthy Sapling, Perfect for Home, Balcony, or Outdoor Garden Name: Live Dragon Fruit Plant (Pitaya) – Exotic Fruiting Cactus, Easy to Grow, 8-12 Inch Healthy Sapling, Perfect for Home, Balcony, or Outdoor Garden Product Breadth: 6.5 Cm Product Height: 4.5 Cm Product Length: 8 Cm Add Ons: Na Net Quantity (N): Pack Of 1 Adding a live Dragon Fruit plant (Pitaya) to your home or garden brings both beauty and practical rewards. The dragon fruit plant is a fast-growing, climbing cactus known for its stunning, fragrant white blooms and its vibrant, sweet fruit that ripens right on the plant. It thrives in warm, sunny environments and can be grown outdoors in the ground or in large pots on balconies and terraces-even in smaller spaces.
Dragon fruit is relatively easy to care for. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil-a mix of soil, sand, compost, and cocopeat is ideal for potted plants. While it is drought-tolerant, regular watering during the fruiting season is important, but avoid overwatering to prevent root rot. The plant will need a sturdy support, such as a trellis or wire cage, to climb and bear the weight of its fruit. Pruning helps maintain its shape, encourages flowering, and prevents disease.
For the quickest results, start with a healthy cutting or sapling, which can begin fruiting within 1–2 years, compared to 4 years if grown from seed. Dragon fruit is not only decorative but also rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, making it a nutritious addition to your diet. Harvest the fruit when it turns bright pink or yellow and feels slightly soft-the fruit will not ripen off the plant.
With minimal maintenance, a dragon fruit plant will reward you with exotic blooms
