Papaya Seeds – Red Lady 786

Papaya Seeds – Red Lady 786 High-Yield Variety are known for producing vigorous, early-bearing plants with consistent productivity and excellent fruit quality. This tropical variety is highly valued for its uniform size, deep red-orange flesh, and pleasant sweetness. The plants are semi-dwarf, making them suitable for both home gardens and small-scale cultivation.

Red Lady 786 is a hybrid variety known for its resilience to variable climates and strong disease tolerance. It grows quickly and begins fruiting within a few months of planting under optimal tropical or subtropical conditions.

Features:

• Type: Tropical fruit plant (grown from seeds)

• Common Name (US): Papaya

• Variety: Red Lady 786

• Fruit Color: Deep red to orange flesh

• Fruit Weight: 2–4 pounds (0.9–1.8 kg) per fruit

• Plant Height: 5–8 feet (150–240 cm)

• Growth Habit: Semi-dwarf, self-fruiting hybrid

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter

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

• Watering: Regular; avoid waterlogging

• Maturity: 7–9 months after transplanting

• Special Feature: High yield, uniform fruits, and strong adaptability

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Spring to early summer

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 9–11

• Sowing Method: Direct sow or start indoors in biodegradable pots for easy transplant

• Germination Time: 15–25 days

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

• Spacing Between Plants: 6–8 feet (180–240 cm)

• Mature Plant Height: 5–8 feet (150–240 cm)

• Best Growing Months:

  • Northern Zones (8–9): April to September

  • Southern Zones (10–11): February to November

• Maintenance: Low; requires consistent moisture and warm temperatures

• Uses: Suitable for tropical gardens, backyard orchards, and small-scale cultivation