Strawberry Papaya Seeds – 10 Seeds

Strawberry Papaya from Hawaii is a delicious variety. 10 seeds. Red-orange fleshed papaya with juicy, sweet flavor. Similar in outward appearance to the Solo variety, but the flesh is a deeper red. Easily grown herbaceous tree to 10-12ft. Very fast-growing, can produce fruit from seed in just 9 months. Hardy to 32F or a bit lower, generally likes warm weather for optimal growth. From Hawaii. Non-GMO. In addition to proper papaya growing conditions, suitable care of papaya fruit trees is also important. In order for papaya trees to thrive, they require some fertilizer. Provide young plants fertilizer every 14 days using ¼ pound (113.5 g.) of complete fertilizer. Fertilize older trees with 1 to 2 pounds (0.5-1 kg.) of fertilizer once a month. Also, be sure to take a soil sample and amend it as necessary. Water trees frequently for best fruit production. Mulch trees with 4 inches (10 cm.) of wood chips to help retain moisture, taking care to keep the mulch 8 to 12 inches (20-30.5 cm.) from the trunk.

Strawberry Papaya from Hawaii is a delicious variety. 10 seeds. Red-orange fleshed papaya with juicy, sweet flavor. Similar in outward appearance to the Solo variety, but the flesh is a deeper red. Easily grown herbaceous tree to 10-12ft. Very fast-growing, can produce fruit from seed in just 9 months. Hardy to 32F or a bit lower, generally likes warm weather for optimal growth. From Hawaii. Non-GMO.
Germination of papaya seeds can be greatly improved by soaking them before planting in an aque ous solution of potassium nitrate (KNO3). Germination percentage of both fresh and dried seeds can be increased with this method.
Plant about 1/4″ deep and keep moist. In order for papaya trees to thrive, they require some fertilizer. Provide young plants fertilizer every 14 days using ¼ pound (113.5 g.) of complete fertilizer. Fertilize older trees with 1 to 2 pounds (0.5-1 kg.) of fertilizer once a month. Also, be sure to take a soil sample and amend it as necessary. Water trees frequently for best fruit production. Mulch trees with 4 inches (10 cm.) of wood chips to help retain moisture.
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