Georges White Dragon Fruit is a variety of dragonfruit from the genus Hylocereus and species undatus. It has a bright pink exterior with green-tipped fins. There are a lot of small, crunchy seeds in the grayish-white flesh. It is known for its high vitamin and fiber content without being overly sweet.
Description
The weight of fruits ranges from 0.75 to 1.5 pounds. The Brix score is 13 to 16, which means that the taste of the fruit is mild.
Georges White and Thai Dragon are very similar, and many gardeners confuse them. But if you take both fruits in your hands, you will see that there is still a slight difference between them. Not to mention the different taste.
| Plant type: | Cacti and houseplants |
| Foliage: | Evergreen |
| Growth stage: | Vegetative |
| Uses suggested: | for cooking and decorating |
| Pollination: | Self fertile |
| Growing zone: | 9B, 10A, 10B, 11A, 11B |
| Skin color: | Bright pink |
| Flesh color: | White |
| Height / length: | Mature Height 5-10 FT (2-3 m) |
| Mature width: | 9-11 FT |
| Spacing: | 8-10 FT |
| Bloom season: | Fall, Summer |
| Sun requirement / light: | Full to partial sun |
| Color of flower: | White |
| Water: | Little water needed once established |
| Fertilization: | Fertilize in spring with a well-balanced fertilizer |
| Pruning: | Prune as needed to control growth and spread |
| Cold hardy: | 20-25° |
| Soil type: | Well drained |
| Drought tolerance: | Good |
| Growth rate: | Fast |
| Growth habit: | Climbing |
| Season of interest: | Autumn, Spring, Summer |
| Flavor: | 4 out of 5 |
| Weather tolerance: | 4 out of 5 |
| Fruit production: | 5 out of 5 |
This variety also grows quickly and has bright green, meaty stems with three sides. Along the rib line of each stem, there are small to medium spins.
The George’s White dragonfruit is also easy to grow, which is a plus. It also grows pretty quickly, with new shoots coming up quickly and fruit often appearing a year or two after planting.
Aside from being easy to grow, the Georges White pitahaya is also easy to take care of. It only needs a small amount of pruning and fertilizing to do well. It also doesn’t get sick easily, which makes it a reliable and long-lasting addition to any garden.
Conclusion
The flesh of the “George’s White” is unique, being white in color and having a sweet, slightly tangy flavor that is said to be reminiscent of a cross between a kiwi fruit and a pear.
As a gardener, I would highly recommend the Georges White pitaya sort to anyone who wants to grow a fruit that is both beautiful and tasty. Because of how it looks and tastes, as well as how easy it is to grow, this plant will be a valuable and fun addition to any garden for many years to come.
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