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Category: Dragonfruit

  • Growing dragon fruit in containers

    Here’s a complete, practical guide to growing dragon fruit in containers, tailored for home gardeners and patios 🌵🍓Container Growing Guide: Dragon Fruit (Pitaya)Dragon fruit (Hylocereus spp. and Selenicereus spp.) is a climbing cactus that grows exceptionally well in containers when given proper support, sun, and care. Container growing is ideal for small spaces and colder…

  • Dragonfruit-Balsamic Glazed Steak Bites

    Ingredients 1 lb sirloin or strip steak, cut into bite-size cubes Salt & pepper to taste 1 tbsp butter 1 cup dragonfruit (red or white), blended into purée 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp honey Steps 1. Season steak cubes with salt and pepper. 2. Heat a skillet on high and melt the butter. 3.…

  • Grilled Steak with Fresh Dragonfruit Salsa

    Ingredients For the steak 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper ½ tsp garlic powder 1 tbsp olive oil For the salsa 1 red dragonfruit, diced ½ cup diced pineapple ¼ cup finely chopped red onion 1 jalapeño, minced (optional) 2 tbsp chopped cilantro Juice of 1 lime Pinch of…

  • A simple guide to growing dragonfruit from cuttings to fruit

    Growing Dragonfruit from Cuttings to Fruit Dragonfruit, also known as pitaya, is a unique and exotic fruit that is not only delicious but also visually stunning. With its vibrant pink or yellow skin and speckled white flesh dotted with tiny black seeds, dragonfruit is a favorite among fruit enthusiasts. While dragonfruit can be grown from…

  • 5 Tips for getting bees to pollinate your Dragonfruit plants

    🌸🐝 Want to make sure your dragonfruit plants are getting the pollination they need to thrive? Here are some tips to attract those busy bees to your garden: 1. Plant bee-friendly flowers nearby to attract pollinators to your garden.2. Avoid using pesticides that can harm bees and other beneficial insects.3. Provide a water source for…

  • How to make Dragonfruit ice cream

    🐉🍦 Who’s ready to make some delicious dragonfruit ice cream?! 🍦🐉 Here’s a simple and refreshing recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth: Ingredients:– 2 dragonfruits, peeled and diced– 1 cup of heavy cream– 1/2 cup of condensed milk– 1 tsp of vanilla extract Instructions:1. In a blender, puree the dragonfruit until smooth.2. In a separate…

  • The myths surrounding Dragonfruit

    Dragonfruit, also known as pitaya, is a unique and exotic fruit that is often surrounded by myths and misconceptions. One common myth is that dragonfruit is not nutritious, but in reality, it is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can benefit your health. Another myth is that dragonfruit is high in sugar, but it…

  • A great cocktail recipe using Dragonfruit

    🍹🐉 Feeling adventurous? Why not try making some delicious cocktails with dragonfruit! 🐉🍹 Dragonfruit is not only beautiful to look at, but it also adds a unique and refreshing flavor to your drinks. Here’s a simple recipe to get you started: 1. Cut a ripe dragonfruit in half and scoop out the flesh into a…

  • 10 health benefits of eating dragonfruit

    🌟 Did you know that dragonfruit is not only delicious but also incredibly good for your health? 🐉 Here are 10 amazing health benefits of eating this magical fruit: 1. Rich in antioxidants that help fight free radicals and reduce inflammation.2. High in fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes a healthy gut.3. Packed with…

  • If you bought cuttings from us

    Here are some basic instructions on potting them. As of this posting, we only have mystery dragonfruit cuttings available. When our other varieties become available, we will post here. With the mysteries, you have a 98% chance of getting a red skin with red flesh variety (Amazon’s description. Not mine). A very easy plant to…