Sunset Papaya Seeds for Planting – Sweet & Juicy Tropical Fruit

Bring tropical sweetness to your garden with Sunset Papaya (Carica papaya), a vibrant and flavorful variety known for its deep orange flesh, rich aroma, and juicy sweetness. These premium Non-GMO Sunset Papaya seeds yield high-quality, medium-sized fruits that thrive in warm, sunny conditions, perfect for tropical and subtropical home gardens.

The Sunset Papaya is a compact, fast-growing variety ideal for both backyard planting and container gardening. Known for its exceptional flavor and high fruit yield, this variety is popular among gardeners who value tropical freshness and nutritional richness.

Enjoy a harvest of vitamin-rich papayas with luscious, golden-orange flesh perfect for fresh eating, smoothies, and desserts.

Features:

• Premium Non-GMO Sunset Papaya seeds for planting

• Produces sweet, juicy tropical papayas with orange flesh

• Compact and fast-growing fruiting variety

• Ideal for warm and tropical climates

• Great for containers, greenhouses, and backyard gardens

• Excellent for fresh use, juices, and desserts

• High-yield and self-pollinating plants

• Naturally disease-tolerant and easy to grow

Specifications:

• Common Name: Sunset Papaya

• Scientific Name: Carica papaya

• Plant Type: Tropical fruiting plant

• Growth Habit: Upright, single-stemmed tree

• Mature Height: 6–10 ft (1.8–3 m)

• Fruit Characteristics: Medium-sized, orange flesh, aromatic, sweet

• Fruit Weight: 1–2 lbs (450–900 g)

• Bloom Time: Year-round in tropical regions

• Harvest Season: 8–10 months after sowing

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 10–12

• Sun Exposure: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil

• Soil pH: 6.0–6.5

• Watering: Moderate; keep soil moist but not soggy

• Temperature Range: 70–90 °F (21–32 °C)

• Season for Planting: Spring to early summer

• Germination Time: 2–4 weeks

• Plant Spacing: 6–8 ft apart

• Pollination: Self-pollinating

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Organic Status: Naturally grown (non-certified)

Planting Guide:

1. Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting.

2. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in well-draining soil or seed-starting mix.

3. Maintain a temperature of 75–85 °F (24–29 °C) for germination.

4. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

5. Germination occurs within 2–4 weeks.

6. Transplant seedlings when 6–8 inches tall into full-sun locations.

7. Water regularly and provide protection from strong winds.