Asunta 5 White dragon fruit cuttings 12"

DESCRIPTION

Asunta 5 White Dragon Fruit – 12” Cutting
(Cuttings are made to order and taken fresh from the mother plant prior to shipping. Photos of fruit and flowers are courtesy of Ricardo, with permission.)

This listing is for one cutting of the Asunta 5 White dragon fruit variety, approximately 12” long (sometimes longer unless otherwise noted).

Variety Overview:
Asunta 5 White is a unique and rare sister of the Asunta 5 line, distinguished by its white flowers—a contrast to the red blooms of its siblings. This variety was originally developed by Mr. Edgar Valdivia and was later passed to Ricardo, from whom Mayumi Garden proudly acquired it.

Growth & Characteristics:

• Growth Habit: Fast-growing and vigorous. The branches are thick and robust, similar to Asunta 5 Paco and Asunta 5 Starburst.
• Flower: Large, white blooms with a 5-inch gap between the stigma and the anthers, indicating the need for cross-pollination to ensure fruit set.
• Stems: Thick, strong, and resilient—ideal for supporting heavy growth.

Why Choose Asunta 5 White?

• Rare and visually striking flower form in the Asunta line
• Excellent growth vigor, making it suitable for both beginners and collectors
• Sourced directly from trusted growers with known lineage (Valdivia line)

Elevate your dragon fruit collection with this hard-to-find and beautifully vigorous variety.

Policies:

By purchasing cuttings, grafted, or rooted plants from our shop, buyers agree to the following terms:

• Once the plant leaves our care, we cannot control the conditions or handling during shipment. Any lost or damaged packages are the buyer's responsibility to file a claim with USPS. Packages are insured up to $100; additional insurance is available upon request.
• These grafts are well-established and securely connected to the rootstock. However, if they break due to rough handling during transit, it is the buyer’s responsibility to file a claim with USPS. Mayumi Garden does not offer refunds or exchanges under these circumstances.
• All sales are final. The plant is non-returnable and non-refundable.

Planting Instructions:

Upon receiving your package, it is crucial to gradually acclimate both cuttings and rooted plants to their new environment.

For Cuttings:

• Allow 4-7 days for the cutting’s end to dry and callus before planting to prevent rotting.
• Disinfect the cutting’s end before planting, especially in cooler temperatures, using organic GrowSafe.
• Keep the cutting in the shade until fully rooted, checking for resistance when gently tugged.
• New growth may appear before rooting is complete; double-check before assuming it is rooted.
• Once rooted, gradually introduce the cutting to partial sun, then to full sun, avoiding direct sunlight initially.

For Rooted Plants:

• Gradually acclimate the plant to partial sun, followed by full sun over 1-2 weeks.
• In hot areas (above 95°F), use a 30-40% shade cloth to prevent sunburn.
• Be cautious of heat reflected off cemented areas, which can harm the plant.

Growing Conditions:

• Dragon fruit thrives in tropical and subtropical climates (e.g., Hawaii, Florida, Southern California).
• In less favorable climates, protect younger plants during extreme weather with a greenhouse in winter and shade cloth in summer. Mature plants (3+ years old) can withstand more extreme conditions but may still need winter protection below 30°F.

Soil & Watering:

• Use well-draining soil, starting with a cactus mix. Once familiar with the growing process, you can customize the soil mix with perlite, chicken manure, potting soil, and compost.
• Dragon fruit loves full sun but requires protection in extremely hot conditions.
• Water during the hot season when the top 2 inches of soil are dry. Avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot. In colder temperatures, water sparingly, with no watering needed in winter unless grown in a greenhouse.

Fertilization:

• Apply chicken manure monthly during the growing season. Fish fertilizer is an alternative, though it may produce an odor.
• Use a bloom booster on mature plants to stimulate bud production.

SHIPPING

We ship year-round every Monday to locations throughout the United States, except Alaska and Hawaii. At this time, we do not offer international shipping.

Please allow 3 to 5 business days for packing and processing. To ensure your order ships on Monday, the cut-off time is Sunday at 1:00 P.M.

Mayumi Garden is not responsible for any shipping delays caused by the carrier. Please double-check your shipping address before submitting your order to avoid delays or additional shipping charges.

CANCELLATION/ RETURNS POLICY

We currently do not accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. However, please contact us if you encounter any issues with your order.