Germinate & Grow
1. Prepare the seeds.
- Buy a ripe dragon fruit from the store.
- Cut the fruit in half and remove the black seeds.
- Rinse the seeds off under running water to remove any fruit pulp.
- Place the seeds on a damp paper towel and let them sit for 24 hours.
2. Soak the seeds in water.
- Fill a glass with warm water.
- Add the soaked seeds to the glass.
- Place the glass in a warm, well-lit area.
- Change the water every few days.
3. Transplant the seedlings.
- Once the seeds have sprouted and have a few sets of leaves, transplant them into individual pots filled with a succulent and cactus potting mix.
- Water the seedlings regularly, but be careful not to overwater them.
- Place the seedlings in a sunny spot, but avoid direct sunlight.
4. Care for your dragon fruit plants.
- Water the plants regularly, but be careful not to overwater them.
- Fertilize the plants every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
- Mist the plants regularly, especially during hot weather.
- Protect the plants from frost.
Additional tips:
- Dragon fruit plants can take several years to produce fruit.
- Be patient and enjoy the process of watching your dragon fruit plants grow.
With a little patience and care, you can grow your own dragon fruit plants from seed in water. Just follow the steps above and you’ll be well on your way to enjoying fresh dragon fruit from your own garden.