Halleys Comet – H. undatus X H. guatemalensis dragon fruit cutting (12") and rooted live plants

DESCRIPTION

This listing is for one cutting OR one rooted Halley’s Comet dragon fruit plant. Please select your choice from the menu.

The plants are currently grown in 1-gallon pots and will be approximately 14–16" tall. These healthy plants come from mature mother plants to ensure the fastest possible growth and fruit production. Please note that these are live plants and may look different from the photos.

Halley’s Comet Dragon Fruit – Premium Hybrid Variety

Halley’s Comet Dragon Fruit is an exceptional hybrid derived from Hylocereus undatus and Hylocereus guatemalensis. The fruit features a striking pink exterior with green fins and vibrant purple flesh, weighing between 1.0 to 2.0 pounds on average. With a sweet flavor and a Brix score of 16, it offers a delightful taste experience.

This variety is known for its impressive blooms, with flowers over 13 inches in diameter that bloom throughout the summer. Halley’s Comet is a vigorous grower, thriving in full sun with minimal risk of sunburn. It also exhibits excellent cold tolerance, making it well-suited for the East Bay area.

Although traditionally considered self-sterile, Halley’s Comet has demonstrated a remarkable cross-pollination success rate of nearly 95% at Mayumi Garden. We take pride in sourcing this resilient and fruitful variety locally in the East Bay.

The cutting measures approximately 12” unless otherwise stated but can sometimes be longer. Rooted plants range from 14 to 16” tall (currently planted in 1-gallon pots). Most cuttings are made to order and taken from the mother plant prior to shipping.

Policies:

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

• Once the plant leaves our care, we cannot control 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, with additional insurance 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. Plants are 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 full sun, avoiding direct sunlight initially.

For Rooted Plants:

• Gradually acclimate the plant to partial sun, then 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 tolerate 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; no watering is needed in winter unless grown in a greenhouse.

Fertilization:

• Apply chicken manure monthly during the growing season. Fish fertilizer is an alternative but 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.