Caribbean Red Papaya Seeds for Planting – Sweet & Juicy Tropical Fruit

Key Features:

• Produces classic Caribbean Red papaya plants

• Known for sweet, deep red-orange, aromatic fruit

• Suitable for home gardens, greenhouses, and warm outdoor climates

• Fast-growing and productive when provided with warmth and sunlight

• Non-GMO seed stock

• Can be grown in containers in cooler regions with indoor protection

Specifications:

• Seed Name: Caribbean Red Papaya (Carica papaya)

• Plant Type: Fast-growing Tropical Evergreen Herbaceous Plant

• Growth Habit: Upright, single-stem plant

• USDA Climate Zones: 9 to 12

• Planting Season: Late Winter to Spring (indoors) or warm-season outdoors

• Sun Exposure: Full Sun

• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile, sandy or loamy soil

• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0–7.0)

• Water Needs: Moderate, avoid standing water

• Mature Height: 6–15 feet depending on climate

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Fruit Characteristics: Sweet red flesh, smooth texture, aromatic flavor

• Germination Time: 7–30 days depending on warmth

• Time to First Fruit: Approximately 9–16 months in warm growing conditions

• Temperature Requirement: Warm weather required; frost sensitive

• Pollination: Plants may produce male, female, or bisexual flowers; multiple plants increase fruiting success

Planting Guide:

1. Seed Preparation:
   Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 8–12 hours to encourage germination.

2. Sowing:
   Place seeds 1/2 inch deep in a well-draining seed starting mix. Keep soil lightly moist.

3. Light & Warmth:
   Maintain warm temperatures (21°C–30°C). Provide full sunlight or strong grow light.

4. Transplanting:
   Once seedlings are 6–8 inches tall and weather is warm, transplant outdoors or into large containers.

5. Spacing:
   Space plants 5–7 feet apart for proper airflow and growth.

6. Pruning & Care:
   Minimal pruning. Remove damaged lower leaves to maintain airflow.