{"title":"Fruit Trees","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"white-dragon-fruit-rooted-in-pot","title":"White Dragon Fruit (rooted in pot)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"453\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"172\"\u003eWhite Flesh Dragon Fruit (Selenicereus undatus)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a climbing cacti with large, white, nocturnal flowers in summer, followed by oval-shaped fruit encased in vibrant pink-magenta skin. The inner flesh is white with tiny black seeds and has a mildly sweet, refreshing flavour, similar to other cactus fruits like prickly pear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"771\" class=\"\"\u003eBest suited to warm, frost-free climates. Plant in full sun in well-draining soil, and provide a sturdy support such as a post or trellis to train the sprawling stems. Space plants around 2 meters apart. Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry between waterings. Reduce watering during cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"970\" class=\"\"\u003eProtect from frost, slugs, and strong winds. Flowers require pollination to set fruit, and hand-pollination may improve yields in cooler climates. Fruit typically ripens 30–50 days after flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1138\" class=\"\"\u003eSold in a 10 cm pot (similar to one in photo). Suitable for in-ground planting or large containers with good drainage. 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The fruit is juicy and sweet, with a flavour similar to other cactus fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"720\" class=\"\"\u003eBest grown in warm, frost-free climates. Plant in full sun in well-draining soil, and provide a strong trellis or post to support the vigorous, sprawling stems. Space plants approximately 2 meters apart. Water deeply and allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering during cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"945\" class=\"\"\u003eProtect from frost, slugs, and strong winds. Flowers open at night and require pollination to set fruit—hand-pollination may improve yields in cooler or wind-sheltered areas. Fruit matures around 30–50 days after flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1121\" class=\"\"\u003eSold in a 10 cm pot (similar to one in photo). Can be grown in the ground or in large containers with good drainage. 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