Papaya 'Dwarf Red Lady' (Carica papaya)

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Though its origin is rather obscure, the original Papaya may represent the fusion of two or more species of Carica native to Mexico and Central America. Today it is cultivated throughout the tropical world and into the warmest parts of the subtropics.

Papaya trees really are the ultimate plant to grow in your edible landscape.  They're super fast-growing, quick to produce, and incredibly low maintenance.  They have a really unique and beautiful tropical look. Best of all, every part of the Papaya is useful! Grocery store Papaya is often old and near rotten, so fresh from your own yard is always best - and trust us, it's a whole new experience. 

Papaya fruit can be eaten fresh in multiple ways, at different levels of ripeness. Eat Papaya like a veggie when it's young and crisp (traditionally sliced thin and used in salads) or when it's more mature, ripe and deliciously juicy. Papaya fruit can be very long and large, providing a tasty treat for several people. Fruit freezes well and can be used fresh or frozen to make smoothies, ice cream, juice, etc.  

Papaya trees will start to produce sizable fruit when it reaches around 4 feet tall.  The Red Lady Papaya is a dwarf, self-pollinating, and disease resistant Papaya variety that produces fruit that weigh around 3 or 4 pounds when mature. Red Lady Papaya trees can easily be grown in containers or in the ground. 

Plant Type:
Tropical/Subtropical Evergreen Fruit Tree

Harvest Season:
Year-round

Mature Size:
6-12 ft. 

Soil & Moisture:
Grows best in sandy, well-draining soil. They love water but hate water logged roots, so make sure to plant your Papaya trees in soil with good drainage. Drought tolerant once established.

Light Requirements:
Full Sun

Self-Fertile:
Yes

Growth Rate:
Very Fast!

Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 9-11 (frost protection until established); Patio/Greenhouse 4+


Propagation:
Our Red Lady Papaya trees are grown from seed and are capable to produce fruit in less than a year.

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8 reviews
  • CC
    Curt C.
    I recommend this product
    Years Gardening 10+
    Grown This Variety Before? No
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7 months ago
    Mr. Variety (8 week update)

    This papaya tree is absolutely amazing. See the photo. It's height has tripled and its leaves extend over 4 feet. The trunk diameter has grown from skinny to 2 inches. We planted it just 8 weeks ago. It appears to have 8 pods near the top that I anticipate will turn into flowers soon. Unexpected, we may get some fruit this year! This is truly exciting!

  • CC
    Curtis C.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Years Gardening 10+
    Grown This Variety Before? No
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    9 months ago
    Mr. Variety

    The plant arrived in perfect condition. The packaging provides great protection. It is happily growing in my yard, along with a variety of citrus and fig trees.

  • TN
    Tim N.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Years Gardening 10+
    Grown This Variety Before? No
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 months ago
    Looks good

    It was about 2.5 - 3 foot, leaves bright & green.

    No worries! This is only about my 30th plant purchase from this group. I always look at them first.

  • T
    Tami
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6 months ago
    5 Stars

    I got my dwarf red lady papaya plant a day early. Was excited. Had only 1 small leaf. Can't wait to see it grow. Thank you.

  • K
    Kirk
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7 months ago
    5 Stars

    Can’t wait to plant this!!!

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