Description
Red Lady Papaya is the self-pollinating variety producing medium-sized papayas year-round. This vigorous dwarf tree is known for its high yield and reliability.
Red Lady Papaya has a high yield of fruit. Red Lady often starts to fruit when it reaches just 4-feet tall.
Harvest Time: Fruits in as early as 7 to 12 months after planting, yielding heavy crops year-round in tropical climates.
Fruit Profile: Medium-sized, football-shaped fruits that typically weigh 2 to 5 pounds.
Pollination: Self-fertile (produces hermaphrodite flowers), meaning you only need to plant a single tree to get fruit.
Care Requirements: Thrives in USDA zones 9–11. Requires full sun, well-draining soil, regular watering, and protection from frost
