{"product_id":"papaya-tree","title":"Papaya Tree - Carica papaya","description":"\u003ch3\u003ePapaya Tree (Carica papaya)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransform your home into a tropical fruit garden with this remarkably productive papaya variety. Known for its impressive yields, manageable growth habit, and exceptional flavor, this tree begins flowering and fruiting in its first year, making it an ideal choice for impatient gardeners. Buy papaya online from Florida Plant Nursery and enjoy homegrown exotic fruit year-round, whether you're in a warm climate or growing in containers indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis papaya thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil and makes an excellent addition to tropical and subtropical gardens. In zones 9–11, plant directly in the ground with winter protection during cold snaps; in cooler regions, cultivate it in containers that can be moved indoors when temperatures drop. Its compact, manageable size keeps harvesting convenient—no ladders required—making it perfect for patios, decks, and greenhouse spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 5–8 feet\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 4–6 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast\u003cbr\u003eSun: Full sun (6+ hours daily)\u003cbr\u003eWater: Moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Rich, well-draining, organic matter preferred\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 9–11 (container growing in cooler zones)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Homeowners Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Produces 60–80 pounds of fruit annually starting in year one\u003cbr\u003e• Natural disease and pest resistance with minimal maintenance required\u003cbr\u003e• Golden-skinned fruit with vibrant orange flesh; even the peppery seeds are edible\u003cbr\u003e• Self-pollinating variety that yields even better with companion trees nearby\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a sunny location with excellent drainage to prevent root rot. For container growing, select a pot two to three times larger than the root ball—a 24-inch container accommodates a 5-foot tree—and fill halfway with lightweight potting soil before positioning your papaya's root ball in the center. Top with additional potting soil and water thoroughly. Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry somewhat between waterings, and provide rich, organic-matter-amended soil for optimal growth. Your papaya requires warmth and protection from freezing temperatures; bring potted trees indoors during winter in colder climates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Florida Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 Quart","offer_id":45814423453882,"sku":"15847","price":119.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3520\/4026\/files\/papaya-tree.jpg?v=1777510271","url":"https:\/\/floridaplantnursery.com\/products\/papaya-tree","provider":"Florida Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}