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Dragonfruit, Halley's Comet

Dragonfruit, Halley's Comet

NOTE: This plant is cold-temperature sensitive and can not be shipped through areas with freezing temperatures until Spring. If we estimate your order of this plant will be damaged by weather, we will hold your entire order and ship when temperatures warm.
This plant IS available for shipping ONLY in 1 gallon pot sizes.

Regular price $85.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $85.00 USD
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Size

3 inch Pot - 8 to 12" tall plant in 6" diameter x 7" tall pot. SHIPPABLE

1 gallon Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 6" tall pot. SHIPPABLE

Small Tree Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 6" tall pot. SHIPPABLE

Large Tree Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 12" tall pot. SHIPPABLE

3 gallon Pot - 18 to 36" tall plant in 10" diameter x 8" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY

5 gallon Pot - 30" to 60" tall plant in 11" diameter x 10" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY

15 gallon Pot - 60" to 75" tall plant in 17" diameter x 15" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY

NOTE: We do not ship 5 gallon size. In-store pickup only.
Experience the luxury of Halleys Comet Dragon Fruit, a unique hybrid of Hylocereus undatus and Hylocereus guatemalensis. Its vibrant pink exterior is adorned with elegant green fins, revealing a succulent purple flesh that weighs 1.0 to 2.0 pounds. Indulge in the delicate sweetness of its flesh, with an average brix of 16. This exquisite variety boasts impressive flower blooms, over 13 inches in diameter, that last all summer long. Its vigorous growth and sun tolerance make it a top choice for any garden, with minimal sun burn. For optimal results, pollinate with Hylocereus polyrhizus.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Please see our Dragonfruit Planting and Care Instructions

ABOUT THIS PLANT

Botanic Name: Hylocereus undatus x Hylocereus polyrhizus

Lifespan: Perennial
Hardiness Zone: Zone 9-Zone 10
Fruiting Season: Early spring to late fall
Growth Structure: Long, three sided vining succulent with tiny spines running the sides.

Fertility Preference: ★ ★ ★
Water Preference: ★ ★
Sun & Light Preference:

Years to Fruit: 2-3 years
Fruiting Season: Early spring to late fall
Pruning Season: Spring
Edible? Yes
Recommended Size for Container Growing: 30 Gallon

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