🐉 Rooting Dragon Fruit Cuttings - Update! Bad News, Bad News, Good News! 🐉

In this episode, I’m checking in on the dragonfruit cuttings that I'm experimenting rooting 3 different ways. I've got some bad news, bad news, and good news for ya! Watch to see which one worked, which one didn’t, and how I solved the problem.
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[@udayanmustafi3963]

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[@CliffWarren]

This is such a great topic, and any success is to be appreciated! I've tried to study this, even from a master gardener perspective. To me the success part is elusive. I've even failed at trying to root mint! I tried to use those plastic "root ball" things to root blackberries. Let's just say that I'm batting .000 with blackberries over many years. So yeah, the pursuit goes on. Rooting hormones are a plus, and knowing when the plant is at the right stage, I think is also very important. I've noticed that trying to root stems that I've cut in the fall are a fail. So if I ever figure this out, I just thought of a book idea... lol. Congrats on getting that Dragonfruit to root! Free plants!

[@lowe-quay-shush]

On DragonFruit cuttings I used distilled H20. I clean the bottom/rooting parts every 3 days- swilrl cuttings gently in clean cup H20 & refresh distilled H20 Add a tiny bit of hydrogen peroxide to distilled rooting H20 every time. 14 days on 1/2 of cuttings are rooting welll & soiil ready.

[@CaliKim29]

Very impressive! Good work and thanks to for letting us know-keep it going! CK

[@LanaiDebbie]

The two in soil may have gotten roots if started indoors, but I originally started mine in water as well. It is so fun to see my dragonfruit cuttings in your videos…can’t wait to see them growing in your garden!

[@CaliKim29]

Hi Debbie - yes, they should root indoors, no problem. Good thing I brought them inside - it's 32 this morning! Can't wait to see the lovely fruit growing in my garden - thanks again for the cuttings!

[@GreenLove1]

Dragon fruit cuttings are weird in that you can have such a wide range in the time they take to root. I have had cuttings root in as little as two weeks, and cuttings from the same plant take 3 months to root. Given that your cuttings in soil are still looking really healthy, I bet they would have rooted just fine if you gave them a bit more time in the right environment. Btw, what variety is that cutting. There is a ton to learn about dragon fruit if this is your first time. Far and away the best KZbin site is Grafting Dragon fruit if you are interested in learning more.

[@CaliKim29]

We (Debbie and I) do not know the variety !!!! Keep us posted and thanks for sharing.

[@stacied242]

Kim, I have been meaning to comment on your Passion fruit vine since you planted it. Watched a detailed video from IV Organics a couple years ago. ..and followups...He showed heavier trellising necessary and placement, attachments, progress. You might want to take a look at his video progressions on that vine. Helped tremendously. I am CA zone 9 also with high winds.

[@ryanwashington8964]

Did you wait for them to Calais over first before you put them in water.

[@CaliKim29]

Yes, I did. Go back to the first video on this, I think that’ll be helpful! Thanks -

[@BrokeFarmer]

Great experiment

[@stacied242]

...I think it might make another good partnership like you have with Gary too. I am from a Graphic Design/marketing background. When I saw your first passion fruit video around the same time I was studying his, something clicked inside!...but I love gardening!!

[@CaliKim29]

Perfect! I LOVE those kinds of stories! Keep me posted, Stacie!

[@arianduran1725]

My water cuts have the same size roots in just 4-5 days in water . Phoenix Arizona is hot 🔥🥵. Cut the tip of cutting 🌵✂️ dry for 4 to 5 days & it will not rot. Water growth 📈 is faster

[@CaliKim29]

Thanks for sharing that tip, Arian!! Kim

[@carmenhoffarth4559]

Hi Kim, I live in Orange County and I got two clippings from a friend about 2.5 years ago. I planted it straight in the ground. Nothing happened the first year (no burst of growth nor no evidence of rotting). The the 2nd year it took off straight up and developed air roots that clings to the post. (I was told to plant it next to a wall or post). It’s about 10 feet tall but has not developed any fruit… here’s hoping year 3 will bring fruit. 🐉

[@CaliKim29]

Hmm, we’re learning right along with you so keep us posted!! Way to hang in there!

[@vee5032]

My journey with dragon fruit well is going good I stared from seeds and now I have a big long almost 6 ft tall and many other that have been growing from that one, those extras I just put them in soil and they are growing I hope this winter they do okay, I need to cover it since is to big to bring it inside let’s see what happens and if I ever get fruit, Kim I love you are covering dragon fruit thank you 😊

[@deomanlimbhu5034]

Bad news and good news thanks you🌈🙏👍️🇳🇵💞🙏💕

[@ceaserelizondo]

Ok so the one on the heating man need just enough water to were you cut it ,then change the water every 3 days. Ok now the one you planted needs to callas over befor you plant itso 5 to 7 day's befor you plant it and the one in the dark it took 1 month? You could have had roots in 3 to 7 days if in the light. Good luck .

[@kele1264]

I'm glad one worked. Would've been sad if all had died. If you have any survivors come spring, and you put them in a big pot, you might want to look up how to build a dragonfruit frame. Apparently they need serious support. Maybe even make a tiny support for it while it's tiny. I wish you the best of luck. It sure would be nice to see it grow for you, and make those beautiful, strange fruits!

[@kitchenGardenofficalchannel027]

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[@bublhed]

I started my dragon fruit from seed, just this year. It’s still very small but I can wait. I’m not sure where I can keep it if it gets big enough to bear fruit. I just grew it from a fruit purchased at the grocery store. I do have a few cacti and when I take cuttings from them I let them scab over for a few weeks before potting them. All mine are planted in a sand/soil mixture. They will eventually grow roots but it may take some time. I just water them and check to see if they look healthy.

[@CaliKim29]

Sounds good! Thanks for the details and keep us posted! Nice job!

[@Vicfric]

My Mom grew a dragon fruit years ago but she did not know what it was. She thought it was just a succulent. It was in a pot on her patio and it got huge!!! I crawled everywhere. I think I even remember the flowers on it. Did not know it was actually going to produce edible fruit 🤣. My Mom is gone now and so is the plant. I sure wish I had a cutting from it now, it would have been a nice memory from her. She loved nothing more than gardening.👩🏻‍🌾 I sure miss her.

[@CaliKim29]

Hi Vicfric - I can't imagine how tough it must be to lose your mom! So glad you have these precious memories of her. If you live in a warm climate, perhaps you can grow a dragonfruit in honor of her, that would be amazing! I hope the memories of her gardening keep your heart warm during the holidays!

[@808.ladybugs]

Aloha Kim, I started all of my cuttings in soil, outside and left them on a table in the carport. No direct sun. We left our cuttings in pots and it rooted. When a new part of the dragon fruit was growing from the original plant, then we transplanted our rooted cuttings into their new home (dragonfruit trellis). I only wanted one plant, but I was told you need two depending on the type of dragonfruit to hand pollinate. Have fun with your fruit, I'm experimenting growing water chestnuts.🌈

[@CaliKim29]

Hi Jan, great spot there in your carport to root them, your climate is perfect for this! Pretty sure the two in soil would've rooted indoors, just too cold right now for them. Love how your experimenting in the garden - the best way to learn! Thanks for stopping by!

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[@stacied242]

...dedicated follower looking forward to watching this dragon fruit series. I am getting as educated as I can before moving forward with planting and placement. So I appreciate this particular subject today :)

[@sherylbailey2783]

Hi I am in Zone 9/9a are your seeds suitable for these zones. Also I can't use a lot of water so I like less thirsty vegetable plants. So can you reply please. Btw I couldn't find a way to contact you on your website & I don't do social media. Thanks

[@CaliKim29]

Hello Sheryl, I am in zone 9b, Southern California, similar to where you live. My seed collections are organized by season and/or type of vegetable/fruit, to take the guesswork out of what to purchase and are suitable for all zones, as long as you plant seeds appropriate for the time of year. Warm weather veggies thrive in 60-90+ degrees F, and cool weather veggies thrive under 75 F, many will take a frost. This time of year Southern gardeners (mild winters, little to no frost) can grow cool weather veggies/herbs outside. Fall Garden Seed Collection (bit.ly/CalikimFallGardenSeedCollection) has 14 varieties and is a great place to start. My Southern Gardeners playlist would be a good one for you to watch, bit.ly/CaliKimSouthernGardenersPlaylist. Hope this helps!

[@sherylbailey2783]

@@CaliKim29 yes thank you I will check it out. We have been colder than normal here too. No hard frost yet. Usually get one every few years but who know about the weather any more?!

[@sherylbailey2783]

So funny. Just last night I was thinking I need to learn about growing dragon fruit & your video showed up!

[@CaliKim29]

Perfect timing - let me know how it goes for you, will be fun to grow dragonfruit together, Sheryl!

[@sherylbailey2783]

@@CaliKim29 have to find some first! And yes it would be fun! I would like that very much!

[@yvonnew.116]

How much should we water on the new dragon fruit cuttings? Will it get root rot if the soil is always wet?

[@CaliKim29]

You are correct! Therefore, keep the soil damp, but not soaking wet. Otherwise, just as you said, they will get root rot. Thanks Yvonne!! Kim

[@yvonnew.116]

@@CaliKim29 Thank you Kim! I am trying on my first dragon fruit cuttings, thank you so much for all the good information and testings you did for us. ❤️❤️

[@nineoneoh]

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[@CaliKim29]

Thanks for stopping by, Jon!

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Nice kim😎😎😎😎😎

[@CaliKim29]

So glad you enjoyed it - appreciate the visit, Keith!

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...Added his name here. Charles Malki (?) Biologist and plant expert. I know I am always looking for more good info, thought you would like this one too.

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