Description: This listing is for 2 Papaya Plants. 2 x 1 Bareroot Shipping! | You will receive 2 papaya plants approximately 12-24 inches Florida Red Lady Papaya Tropical Tree Seedlings. Includes FREE SHIPPING! PLEASE READ! Papayas are very delicate and brittle. The shipping & planting process must be handled quickly otherwise they will die. Due to the nature (heat + distance) of the plant, we can only ship to the Eastern & Central United States. We do not ship to the West Coast unless the buyer assumes 100% responsibility for the plant. Be mindful of your state's plant regulations. The United States Postal Service will often times confiscate the plants. We do not assume liability when shipping to the West Coast.We only ship on Mondays or Tuesdays to ensure timely delivery and avoid shipping delays.- Variety: Florida Red Lady Papaya (Mexican)- Size: Approx 12 to 24 inches in height- Type: Produces fruit that is oblong in shape- Plant in Semi-Full sun and well-draining soil- Water every other day- Plant more than one papaya tree. This will increase your chance of harvesting more fruit.- Plant trees at least 7-10 feet apart.- Fertilize regularly with a well-balanced fertilizer and supplement- Keep an eye out for common pests like the papaya fruit fly- Bareroot Shipping Red lady papayas are semi-dwarf trees. One thriving plant can make as many as 50-120 fruitsGrowth zones: Papaya trees grow well in sub-tropical and tropical climates. Papaya trees do not like cold weatherWhen to plant? The best time to plant papaya is after all frost is gone. Papaya will not grow well if temperatures are below 60F. If your soil is cooler than that, growth on your papaya tree will stop altogether.How Long Does It Take For a Papaya to Bear Fruit? Each variety is slightly different. the climate and the care is given will also affect when you will harvest your papaya. In perfect conditions, you could be harvesting fruit in 6-8 months. But more than likely you will begin harvesting fruit at the 9-10 month mark.How Much Space Does A Papaya Need to Grow? Papaya trees can grow somewhat large, 20-30 feet in some cases. Ensure that papaya trees are at least 7-10 feet away from each other.Watering: ModerationThe photo is an illustration of what you will receive. Due to shipping policies, the plant does not come in a container. We are using a plastic cup or biodegradable non-woven nursery bags. Sometimes a zip lock bag depending on the size of the root system - for shipping. The papaya plant should be replanted immediately once you receive your order. We recommend Miracle Grow Potting Soil when transferring the plant into a large container. Please do not put the plant in FULL sun. The plant will die in full sun. It should be 60% full sun / 40% shade until the root system is ready to be transplanted into the ground.Important: Refunds/Replacements: If the shipping box is damaged, please send us several before and after pictures so we may provide a solution. We do not do drop shipments. All orders will arrive with our packing list. For California buyers: You, the buyer are taking the risk of the shipment being confiscated by the California Department of Agriculture. We do not provide Refunds or Exchanges on confiscated items. The buyer pays shipping fees for any replacement claims.
Price: 36.5 USD
Location: Miami, Florida
End Time: 2024-11-01T15:33:44.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Climate: Tropical Wet, Tropical Wet & Dry
Common Name: Papaya
Color: Green
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor & Outdoor
Growth Habit: Papaya
Brand: Papaya
Season of Interest: Summer
Type: Papaya Tree
Life Cycle: Perennial
Watering: Light
Genus: Papaya
Sunlight: Full Sun, Medium Sun
Features: Fast Growing
Cultivating Difficulty: Moderate
Country/Region of Manufacture: Mexico
