Yellow Pitaya, Dragon Fruit

The Yellow Pitaya (Dragon Fruit) is a climbing cactus that produces sweet, mild yellow-fleshed fruit and large, fragrant white night-blooming flowers. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it is grown in Homestead, Florida, and ships well-rooted in a 3-gallon container.

At a glance

• Type: Yellow Pitaya dragon fruit, climbing cactus
• Light: Full sun
• Water: Low; tolerates dry conditions
• Support: Needs a trellis or post to climb
• Flowers: Large, fragrant white blooms
• Container: Ships in a 3-gallon container
• Type: Edible climbing cactus

Best for

• Warm gardens and a variety of climates
• Dry or drought-prone spots
• Training on a trellis or support
• Low-maintenance, easy-care growing
• Fresh eating, juicing, and garnish

How to grow

Plant in full sun and provide a sturdy support for this climbing cactus. It thrives even in dry conditions and needs minimal attention, making it easy to grow across a range of climates.

Flavor profile

The yellow flesh is mild and sweet, refreshing eaten fresh, juiced, or used as a colorful garnish.

About Everglades Farm

Everglades Farm grows its Yellow Pitaya in Homestead, Florida, where the subtropical climate supports healthy, well-rooted plants.