Papaya Farm Improved - Desi Fruit Seeds
Specifications
| Family |
Caricaceae |
| Native region |
Tropical America |
| Mature height |
200-400 cm |
| Growth rate |
Fast |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Full sun |
| Watering |
Regular deep watering; never let roots stay waterlogged |
| Soil / mix |
Rich, deep, very well-drained soil; hates soggy roots |
| Fertilizer |
Feed monthly with compost and balanced fertilizer |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
Uses
<p>Ripe fruit is eaten fresh, in <strong>juices, smoothies and salads</strong>, while raw green papaya is grated for sabzi, thoran and salads and is valued for digestion. The tree is a productive, space-saving choice for home orchards and large terrace containers.</p>
Growing tips
<p>Sow 2-3 seeds 1-1.5 cm deep per spot or pot, as germination can be slow; soaking seeds overnight speeds things up. Germination takes 15-30 days. Transplant or thin to the strongest seedling, spacing trees 2-2.5 m apart. Plant on raised mounds for drainage and keep several plants to ensure a fruiting female or bisexual tree. First fruit ripens about 8-12 months after sowing.</p>