Published Jan 06, 2023
Dragon fruits can be of 3 varieties, one with red body white flesh, second with red body & red flesh, and other one has yellow body and white flesh.
Dragon fruits boost the immune system, help control blood sugar levels and have antioxidants properties.
Temperature between 20-30 degree C is ideal for dragon fruits. However, the annual rainfall should be not less than 50 cm per year.
These fruits can grow in sandy & loamy soil having good drainage properties and organic matter, while pH ranging between 5.5 to 7.
The plants start flowering in May to June, while they become ready to harvest by Aug to Dec months.
An acre of land can produce around 5-6 tonnes of dragon fruit.