Pruning is a good way of promoting healthy plant growth. Every plant, now and then, needs a bit of pruning in order to stay healthy and dragon fruit is no exception. I usually prune my DF in 2 phases (This is my method of pruning). Phase 1 is single-stem (creating the umbrella effect). Phase 2 is when the DF produces fruits. I prefer to grow all my DF plants single-stem up, then allow them to branch out like an umbrella (I call it the "umbrella effect"). In the 1st phase, I would prune off all extra branches along the side of the stem or trunk (imagine it like a tree). No off-shoot branches are allowed to grow out. The pruning would start from the ground up to the height of the trellis platform. This is really simple and straightforward. During phase 1 I may or may not prune off the branches on top. If I spot a disease branch, I would certainly remove it regardless. Also, if the branches are too crowded, overly heavy, then, I would prune some off. Otherwise I would wait until phase 2.
About DF, they are cacti also known as pitaya. They came from S. Amercia. Today DF comes in many cultivars. In general, we put them into varieties based on their inner flesh, such purple, pink, red, white, etc...DF is a cactus, but it doesn't mind the moisture. Just make sure you have well-drained soil. DF is also drought tolerant. However, when the sun is too hot, they can get sun burn.
7 сен 2024
