Papaya Seeds – Sweet

Papaya Seeds – Solo High-Yield Sweet Variety are known for producing vigorous plants that bear uniform, medium-sized papayas with a rich, sweet flavor and smooth texture. The Solo variety is one of the most popular tropical types for its reliable yield and quality fruit. These plants grow best in warm climates and are ideal for home gardens or tropical landscapes where conditions allow for year-round growth.

Papaya plants are fast-growing and typically start producing fruit within 8–10 months from germination under ideal conditions. They thrive in full sunlight, well-drained soil, and humid environments. The Solo High-Yield Sweet variety is especially valued for its productivity and consistency in fruit size and taste.

Features:

• Type: Tropical fruit plant

• Common Name (US): Papaya

• Variety: Solo High-Yield Sweet

• Fruit Shape: Oval to round

• Fruit Size: Medium (approximately 1–2 pounds)

• Fruit Color: Yellow-orange skin with deep orange flesh

• Growth Habit: Fast-growing, single-stem plant

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, fertile soil with good organic content

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Watering: Moderate; avoid waterlogging

• Special Feature: High yield, consistent fruiting, and rich sweetness

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Spring or early summer

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 9–11

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

• Germination Time: 15–30 days

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

• Spacing Between Plants: 6–10 feet (180–300 cm)

• Mature Plant Height: 6–12 feet (180–365 cm)

• Harvest Time: 8–10 months after sowing

• Best Growing Months:

  • Northern Zones (9): March to September

  • Southern Zones (10–11): Year-round planting possible

• Maintenance: Low; requires warm temperatures and consistent watering

• Uses: Fresh consumption, smoothies, salads, and ornamental tropical planting