Bring tropical beauty and nutrition to your garden with Purple Pitaya (Dragon Fruit) Seeds – Hylocereus costaricensis. These premium-quality, non-GMO seeds produce climbing cacti that yield vibrant purple-fleshed fruits bursting with sweetness and antioxidants.

Known for their striking appearance and health benefits, Purple Dragon Fruits are a superfood rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. They thrive in warm, sunny climates, making them perfect for tropical gardens, greenhouses, or sunny patios. With their stunning night-blooming flowers, they’re as ornamental as they are productive.

Features:

• Premium Purple Pitaya (Dragon Fruit) Seeds for planting

• Produces sweet, purple-fleshed exotic fruits

• Non-GMO and high germination rate

• Ideal for tropical, subtropical, and indoor gardens

• Thrives in warm, sunny, and well-drained environments

• Rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber

• Stunning night-blooming cactus flowers

• Perfect for home gardeners and exotic plant enthusiasts

Specifications:

• Common Name: Purple Dragon Fruit / Purple Pitaya

• Scientific Name: Hylocereus costaricensis

• Plant Type: Perennial climbing cactus

• Growth Habit: Vining, sprawling

• Mature Height: 6–20 ft (with support)

• Fruit Type: Tropical cactus fruit (Dragon Fruit)

• Fruit Color: Purple skin with magenta flesh

• Flavor Profile: Sweet and mildly tangy

• Bloom Time: Summer (night-blooming)

• Harvest Season: Late summer to fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 10–11 (can be grown indoors elsewhere)

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or cactus mix

• Soil pH: 6.0–7.0

• Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering

• Temperature Range: 65–95°F (18–35°C)

• Season for Planting: Spring or early summer

• Germination Time: 2–4 weeks

• Germination Temperature: 75–85°F (24–29°C)

• Pollination: Self-pollinating or cross-pollinating depending on variety

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Organic Status: Naturally grown (non-certified)

Planting & Care Instructions:

1. Seed Preparation: Clean and dry seeds from fresh fruit, or use packaged ones.

2. Sowing: Scatter seeds on cactus soil mix and cover lightly.

3. Light: Place in a warm, sunny location or under grow lights.

4. Watering: Mist lightly; keep soil moist but not soggy.

5. Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors when 3–5 inches tall.

6. Support: Provide a trellis or post for vines to climb.

7. Maintenance: Prune to shape and encourage fruiting.