Dwarf Papaya Plant-Blush Beauty

Papaya (Carica papaya) is a species that originates in Central America, but found its way to Asia through Spanish galleon voyages in the 1500’s. India has now become the largest producer of Papaya, supplying close to half of the world supply of Papaya. 

Papaya trees grow to an average height of 16-33 ft tall, however dwarf hybrid varieties are capable of bearing fruit as low as 2 ft in height on the tree. They typically have a single stem with leaves that spiral around the tree. The leaves are large, lobed, and palmate in their appearance. In the right climate Papaya trees can flower 4 months after planting and product fruit 7-11 months after planting. 

Papaya trees are by nature, dioecious, which means their male and female flowers grow on separate plants. Gynodioecious hybrids are favored for commercial fruit production, as they are self pollinating.

Blush Beauty is a gynodioecious dwarf hybrid.

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Latin Name: Carica papaya

Planting Guidance: Papaya plants need a lot of water, but it's important to avoid overwatering and waterlogging the roots. Water thoroughly every few days, but don't let water stand on top of the soil. In winter, water less frequently.
Sunlight
Papaya plants need full sun, or at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight each day.
Temperature
Papaya plants prefer warm, humid conditions, with temperatures between 21°C and 33°C. They are intolerant of strong winds and cold weather, and temperatures just below freezing can kill small plants.
Fertilizer
Papaya plants grow quickly and use a lot of nutrients, so they need to be fed regularly. Young plants should be fertilized every two weeks, with the amount increasing as the tree gets larger.
Soil
Papaya plants grow best in well-drained, fertile soil that's rich in organic matter.
Mulching
Mulching can help retain soil moisture, reduce weeds, and improve the soil near the tree trunk.
Rotation
If growing in a pot, rotate the plant occasionally to help it grow straight.
Papaya trees grow best in USDA growing zones 9 and 10.

Hindi Name: Papita पपीता

Marathi Name: Pappayi पपयी

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