Papaya Seeds – Florida Red

Papaya Seeds – Florida Red Variety produce high-yield tropical plants known for their fast growth and vibrant red-orange flesh. The Florida Red papaya is a popular selection for home gardens due to its excellent flavor, sweetness, and adaptability to warm climates. These plants feature lush green foliage and can begin producing fruit within a year under ideal growing conditions.

Ideal for tropical and subtropical regions, the Florida Red papaya thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Its compact growth habit makes it suitable for backyard gardens, greenhouses, or large containers.

Features:

• Type: Tropical perennial (grown as annual in cooler regions)

• Common Name (US): Papaya

• Variety: Florida Red

• Fruit Flesh Color: Red to deep orange

• Growth Habit: Upright, single-stemmed tree-like plant

• Height: 6–10 feet (1.8–3 m)

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, sandy loam rich in organic matter

• Sunlight: Full sun (minimum 6–8 hours daily)

• Watering: Moderate; keep soil moist but not waterlogged

• Harvest Time: 8–10 months after planting

• Special Feature: Fast-growing and high-yielding

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Spring or early summer (after frost risk has passed)

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 9–11

• Sowing Method: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before transplanting or sow directly outdoors in warm regions

• Germination Time: 15–30 days

• Germination Temperature: 75–85°F (24–29°C)

• Spacing Between Plants: 6–8 feet (1.8–2.4 m)

• Mature Plant Height: 6–10 feet (1.8–3 m)

• Best Growing Months:

  • Northern Zones (7–8): April to September

  • Mid Zones (9–10): March to October

  • Southern Zones (11+): Year-round planting possible

• Maintenance: Low; remove damaged leaves and maintain consistent watering

• Uses: Home gardens, greenhouse cultivation, tropical landscapes