Red with Magenta Flesh Dragonfruit (Hylocereus Costaricensis)

All our Dragonfruit plants and cuttings are from matured and fruiting mother plants aged between 4 to 7 years. They are healthy, strong and well established.

Our Magenta flesh is very reliable producer and over the years we have an absolutely beautiful tasting fruit, the size of fruit can be larger and sweeter than normal  as we usually cross pollinate it with our Vietnamese White dragon fruit plants we have on the website. 

Our rooted plant in a pot is also very well established. Red Dragonfruit, also known as pitaya, is a tropical fruit in the cactus family. Red Dragonfruit have a brilliant crimson flesh with small edible seeds. The red variety have a very sweet, juicy interior with a kiwi-like texture that melts in the mouth.

The flowers of the Dragonfruit are some of the most unique and strange looking flowers in the world, not to mention some of the biggest! They can reach a diameter of up to 25cm and are about 30cm in length. The flowers themselves only open up for one night and give off a beautiful exotic and fruity scent.

Plant Care  

• Soil: Prefers a light, well-draining soil with plenty of organic material. A cactus mix amended with perlite or sand is ideal.
• Watering: Water moderately during the growing season and sparingly during the winter. The soil should be allowed to dry out between waterings.
• Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 21°C and 29°C. While it can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures, it should be protected from frost.
• Light: Requires full sun for best growth and fruit production, but in very hot climates, some afternoon shade may be necessary to prevent scorching.
• Fertilising Use a balanced fertilizer with a slightly higher phosphorus content, like 8-10-8, every two months during the active growing season.
• Pruning: Prune to remove dead or excessive growth to maintain plant size and shape, which also helps in improving fruit production.
• Mulching: Apply a layer of organic mulch to conserve moisture and protect the roots from extreme temperatures.
• Pest Control: Keep an eye out for common pests such as aphids, mealybugs, and spider mites. Treat with appropriate insecticides if necessary.
• Flowering and Fruiting: Typically flowers at night once mature, which then develop into large, colorful fruits. Hand pollination can increase fruit set.
• Potting: Suitable for container growing, which can be beneficial to manage size and facilitate moving if needed for frost protection.
• Feeding Regime: Regular application of a balanced fertilizer during the growing season supports robust growth and fruiting.