Papaya

$1799
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Carica papaya, commonly known as papaya, is a fast-growing tropical fruit plant prized for its large, sweet fruit and lush, palm-like appearance. Fun fact: although it resembles a tree, papaya is actually a giant herb with a soft, hollow stem rather than a woody trunk. It can begin producing fruit in as little as 9–12 months under ideal growing conditions.

Care Needs:
• Light: Full sun
• Water: Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist but well-drained; avoid prolonged soggy conditions
• Pruning: Little pruning is required; remove dead or damaged leaves and harvested fruit stalks as needed
• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season to support vigorous growth and fruit production

Attributes

  • Plant Type
    Fruiting herbaceous perennial
  • USDA Zone
    10 - 11
  • Origin
    Tropical America
  • Toxicity
    Unripe fruit sap may contain latex
  • Mature Height
    8-20 ft
  • Mature Width
    4-8 ft
  • Soil Preference
    Rich, well-drained
  • Spacing
    8-10 t
  • Growth Rate
    Fast
  • Critter Resistant
    No
  • Salt Tolerance
    Low
  • Cold Tolerance
    Low
  • Flowering
    Yes
  • Bloom Period
    Spring through summer
  • Flower Color
    White to cream
  • Stem Color
    Green to grey-green
  • Foliage Color
    Green
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Papaya

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Carica papaya, commonly known as papaya, is a fast-growing tropical fruit plant prized for its large, sweet fruit and lush, palm-like appearance. Fun fact: although it resembles a tree, papaya is actually a giant herb with a soft, hollow stem rather than a woody trunk. It can begin producing fruit in as little as 9–12 months under ideal growing conditions.

Care Needs:
• Light: Full sun
• Water: Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist but well-drained; avoid prolonged soggy conditions
• Pruning: Little pruning is required; remove dead or damaged leaves and harvested fruit stalks as needed
• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season to support vigorous growth and fruit production

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