6 to 8 months. Open-pollinated.
Red Dragon Fruit, also known as pitaya or pitahaya, is a fruiting cactus variety native to Central and South America.
The plant grows to around 10 to 15 feet high with multiple stems and branches, and produces stunning white flowers that bloom during the night from early summer to early fall.
The fruits, which have bright-red skin and red to pink flesh, are oval to oblong in shape and grow to between 3 and 5 inches long and 2 to 4 inches thick.
Flavor is sweet and delicate, and often described as a blend of kiwi, watermelon, and pear. Texture is soft and slightly crunchy.
Red Dragon Fruit
Growth Chart
Hardiness Zones: 10 to 12 Light Requirement: Full Sun Soil Type: Sandy, well-drained Sow Depth: 1/8 inch Plant Spacing: 10 to 15 feet Germination Temp: 70°F to 85°F Germination Time: 30 days Maturation: 6 to 8 months Growing Tips
Start indoors by sowing seeds 1/8 inch deep in small, individual pots. Cover the pots with plastic, and keep the soil warm and moist until germination, which may take up to 30 days.