Papaya Seeds – Melon

Papaya Seeds – Melon Variety produce vigorous plants that yield sweet, aromatic fruits with smooth orange flesh and a pleasant melon-like flavor. Known for their fast growth and high productivity, these papaya plants thrive in warm, tropical, and subtropical climates. The fruits are medium to large in size, with thin yellow-orange skin and a soft, juicy texture that makes them excellent for fresh eating, smoothies, and desserts.

Papaya plants are easy to grow in well-drained soil and full sunlight, making them ideal for home gardens and small orchards. With proper care, the plants begin producing fruits within a few months of planting, providing a continuous harvest in suitable conditions.

Features:

• Type: Tropical fruit-bearing plant

• Common Name (US): Papaya

• Variety: Melon Type

• Fruit Color: Orange to yellow flesh

• Flavor: Sweet and aromatic with melon-like notes

• Growth Habit: Fast-growing, upright plant

• Height: 5–10 feet (1.5–3 meters)

• Soil Requirement: Fertile, well-drained soil with organic matter

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

• Watering: Regular and consistent; avoid waterlogging

• Fruiting Time: 6–10 months after planting

• Special Feature: High yield and early fruiting

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Spring to early summer

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 9–11

• Sowing Method: Start seeds indoors or sow directly outdoors in warm soil after last frost

• Germination Time: 14–28 days

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

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

• Mature Plant Height: 5–10 feet (1.5–3 meters)

• Best Growing Months:

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

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

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

• Maintenance: Moderate; requires regular watering, balanced fertilizer, and pruning of old leaves

• Uses: Fresh consumption, smoothies, salads, desserts, and natural enzyme source