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Edgar's Baby Dragon Fruit Plant
Large Coconut Coir Pot
$49.95
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$49.95
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Plant details
Meet this plant.
Compact Growth & Magenta Flesh with Bold Tropical Sweetness
‘Edgar’s Baby’ is a compact, early-fruiting dragon fruit variety bred by legendary California hybridizer Edgar Valdivia. Unlike larger, sprawling types, this cultivar is manageable in size yet highly productive—perfect for home growers with limited space. Its fruit features bright pink skin, vibrant magenta flesh, and a sweet-tart tropical flavor that’s refreshing and complex. With dramatic night-blooming flowers and reliable yields, it’s a perfect addition to food forests, container gardens, or edible arbors.
Dragon fruit has been cherished for centuries across Central and South America, where it’s valued not just for its striking beauty but also for its hydrating, nutrient-rich pulp. Known today as a superfruit, it’s packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber, making it as nourishing as it is delicious. In kitchens worldwide, dragon fruit is enjoyed fresh with a spoon, blended into smoothies, tossed into fruit bowls, or crafted into vibrant sorbets and desserts. Growing ‘Edgar’s Baby’ connects you to this tropical legacy—offering bold flavor and cultural richness in a compact, home-friendly variety.
Why Grow Dragon Fruit ‘Edgar’s Baby’?
- Compact and manageable growth habit—great for containers or small gardens
- Early-fruiting compared to many dragon fruit varieties
- Magenta-fleshed fruit with bold, sweet-tart tropical flavor
- Bred by Edgar Valdivia, a highly respected dragon fruit breeder
- Showy night-blooming flowers attract pollinators and add garden drama
Growing Tips
Plant in full sun with well-draining sandy or cactus mix soil. Provide a sturdy trellis, post, or fence for climbing support. Water deeply but allow soil to dry slightly between waterings—avoid waterlogging. Fertilize during the growing season with a balanced or cactus fertilizer. Flowers bloom at night and may require hand-pollination for best fruit set, especially in areas with limited pollinator activity. Hardy in USDA Zones 9–11; in cooler zones, grow in containers and overwinter indoors or in a greenhouse.
Plan before planting
Fruit tree facts at a glance.
Use hardiness as a first filter, then confirm chill hours, pollination, summer conditions, and local restrictions.
- USDA hardiness
- Zones 9–11
- Nursery container
- Medium Coconut Coir Pot, Large Coconut Coir Pot
- Winter care
- Protect young plants and container roots during freezes.
- Delivery eligibility
- Final delivery eligibility is confirmed at checkout; state agricultural restrictions may apply.
USDA zones describe average annual extreme minimum temperatures, not summer heat, humidity, soil, sunlight, chill accumulation, or every microclimate.
A better live-plant order
Know what happens next.
1
Choose the right option
Confirm your USDA zone, then select the available plant size.
2
Packed for the trip
Your plant is secured with transit-ready packaging, and tracking is sent when the order ships.
3
Unpack and acclimate
Open the package promptly, inspect the plant, and give it time to adjust before repotting.
Your point of contact
Inty Tursun
Manager
Questions about plant options, delivery, tracking, or an order? Inty is here to help before and after your purchase.
Will my plant look exactly like the photo?
Live plants naturally vary in height, branching, leaf count, color, and shape. Photos show the variety and typical presentation.
Can items arrive separately?
Yes. Plants can have different preparation times and packaging needs, so one order may receive more than one tracking number.
What should I do when it arrives?
Unpack promptly, inspect the plant, water only when needed, and let it acclimate before making major care changes.
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