Pitaya begins to blossom and bear fruit 12 ~ 14 months after planting, and can blossom 12 ~ 15 times a year. The fruiting period is from April to165438+1October, the fruit ripens 30-40 days after withering, and the single fruit weighs 500-1000 g.

The growing pitaya is a tropical and subtropical fruit, which likes light, shade, heat, drought, fertilizer and barren. It grows rapidly in a warm, humid and sunny environment. When cultivating in the open field in spring and summer, water more, keep the root system growing vigorously, and drain water in time in rainy weather. Its stems can also grow on rocks, and this plant is very wind-resistant. As long as the support is firm, it can resist typhoon.

Potting method of pitaya;

1. When planting pitaya, you can choose its seeds for sowing. Just choose a mature pitaya, mash the pulp inside, separate the pulp from the seeds, and finally screen out the black seeds.

2. Then, find a flowerpot of suitable size and put some pebbles at the bottom to facilitate its drainage and ventilation. The soil should be loose soil with good air permeability. Sprinkle the sun-dried seeds into the soil, pour some water properly to keep the soil moist, and then cover it with plastic wrap to germinate in about a week.

3. After the germinated seeds appear, they can be transplanted separately after only one month's maintenance. Be careful not to damage the roots of the seedlings. The seedlings taken out can be dried properly and then put into a new pot for cultivation.

4. You don't need to water the pitaya, just keep the soil slightly wet and dry. Its suitable growth temperature is 20-30℃, and it should be ventilated and shaded in summer and kept warm in winter.