A vibrant classic with bright red flesh and a sweet-tangy punch!
Introducing Trish Red — a well-known and colorful dragon fruit variety cherished for its vivid red flesh and refreshing berry-citrus flavor. A hybrid from the Hylocereus genus and likely of Polyrhizus lineage; likely an outcome of Tricia. Trish Red is admired for its early fruiting, high productivity, and excellent eating quality — making it a favorite among both hobby growers and market farmers.
Plant Growth:
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Trish Red produces long, three-sided green stems with long spines and an upright, sprawling habit. Wax coating is there too to protect the plant from heat and cold. The plant is strong and fast-growing, adapting well to various support systems. It tolerates heat and sun effectively, thriving in well-drained soils.
Season & Bloom:
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This variety blooms at night with large white fragrant flowers. It is self-sterile, meaning it needs pollen from another variety to set fruit. Under proper care, it begins producing early in the season and may yield multiple flushes per year.
Fruit Appearance:
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Fruits weigh between 350g–550g, featuring reddish-pink skin with bold green fins. The shape is typically oval to slightly elliptical with excellent visual appeal both on the plant and in the market.
Flesh & Flavor:
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The inner flesh is bright red, juicy and packed with crunchy seeds. Its flavor is sweet, berry-forward with mild citrus notes, offering a refreshing balance. A great variety for fresh eating, smoothies or fruit platters.
Why Grow Trish Red?
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Bright red flesh with very sweet and almost zero tangy flavor
Fast grower and early fruiter
Visually stunning fruit with excellent shape
Reliable producer with good disease resistance
Great for hobbyists, collectors, and small farms
Quick Facts:
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Fertility: Self-Sterile (requires cross-pollination)
Fruit Weight: 350g–550g
Flesh Color: Bright Red
Taste: Sweet with berry and citrus notes
Brix: 16–19%
Growth: Vigorous, sun-loving, heat-tolerant
Use: Fresh eating, juicing, decoration
