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Seed Germination Kit

Papaya Tree Seed Starter Grow Kit

BOTANICAL NAMECarica papaya

USD 14.99

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Papaya grows fast from seed into a bold, tropical plant that can fruit in a single warm season.

GERMINATION14-28 days
SUNLIGHTFull Sun (6-8 hours daily)

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Germination01

14-28 days

Light02

Full Sun (6-8 hours daily)

Temperature03

75-85F

Hardiness04

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Papaya care, from seed onward.

Botanical name
Carica papaya
Common names
Papaw
Family
Caricaceae
Genus
Carica
Species
C. papaya
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Start growing

Warmth essential. Do not let water stand at roots.

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Growing with your kit

The fastest fruit-from-seed project in the Seeds In A Cup® lineup.

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Propagation

Seed.

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Seasonal growth & harvest

Extremely fast growing; can fruit from seed in 9-12 months.

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Growing conditions

Tropical lowlands.

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Weather & tolerances

Zero frost tolerance.

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Pests & plant health

Papaya ringspot virus.

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Plant safety

Unripe fruit latex can be irritating.

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Botanical features

Large herbaceous plant (not wood) resembling a tree. Hollow stem.

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Varieties

‘Red Lady’, ‘Solo’.

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Garden & everyday uses

Fresh fruit, meat tenderizer (papain)

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Native range & distribution

Native to tropical Americas.

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Conservation

Secure.

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Name origins

From the Carib word ‘papaya’.

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History

Called the 'Fruit of the Angels' by Columbus.

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Papaya grows fast from seed into a bold, tropical plant that can fruit in a single warm season. How to grow Papaya from seed Sow your seeds at the depth listed on the included instruction card and cover lightly. Then set the clear humidity lid on top to hold warmth and moisture. Keep the planter warm and in bright light, and mist the surface whenever it begins to dry. When your Papaya sprouts appear, remove the lid and move it to your brightest window or under a grow light. Once seedlings have their second set of true leaves, pot them up or move them outdoors after your last frost. Papaya at a glance Botanical name: Carica papaya Germination: 14-28 days at 75-85F USDA zones: easy-to-use-tree-growing-kit Mature size: 10 ft (Container accessible) / 15+ ft (In ground) Sunlight: Full Sun (6-8 hours daily) Seeds included: 2-7+ Seeds Frequently asked questions What's included in the Papaya Seed Starter Grow Kit? How do I grow Papaya from seed? Moisten the included soil, sow your Papaya seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit. How long do Papaya seeds take to germinate? Papaya seeds typically sprout in 14-28 days at 75-85F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions. Can I grow Papaya indoors, and is it hardy in my area? You start Papaya indoors in any climate using the kit. Once established it can be moved outdoors in easy-to-use-tree-growing-kit, or kept in a container in colder regions. What if my seeds don't sprout?
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How do I grow Papaya from seed?

Moisten the included soil, sow your Papaya seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit.

How long do Papaya seeds take to germinate?

Papaya seeds typically sprout in 14-28 days at 75-85F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.

Can I grow Papaya indoors, and is it hardy in my area?

You start Papaya indoors in any climate using the kit. Once established it can be moved outdoors in easy-to-use-tree-growing-kit, or kept in a container in colder regions.

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