{"product_id":"papaya-carica-papaya-2l-pot","title":"Papaya (Carica papaya) 2L Pot","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarica papaya is a fast-growing tropical fruit plant grown for its divided foliage and elongated fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePapaya develops a single upright, hollow stem topped with a crown of large, deeply divided leaves. Mature plants produce flowers close to the main stem, followed by green fruit that ripens to yellow or orange.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ripe flesh is soft and sweet, with a flavour commonly compared with melon and tropical fruit. It can be eaten fresh or used in juices, smoothies, desserts and cooked dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the UK, Papaya must be grown in a heated greenhouse, conservatory or warm indoor growing space. It requires strong light and consistent warmth throughout the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carica papaya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Papaya, Pawpaw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant family:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Caricaceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHabit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fast-growing, upright tropical perennial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePotential height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 2–4 metres in a large container under suitable conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large, deeply divided green leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cream or pale yellow flowers produced close to the stem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Elongated fruit ripening from green to yellow or orange\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun or very bright light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heated greenhouses, conservatories and large containers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Very tender and not frost hardy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Advice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow your Papaya in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-draining compost. Move the plant carefully into progressively larger containers as it develops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePapayas have sensitive root systems and should not be left standing in water. Keep the compost evenly moist during active growth while allowing excess water to drain freely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the plant in a warm, bright and sheltered position. Protect it from cold draughts, sudden temperature changes and damage to the main stem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed regularly during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertiliser. Change to a high-potassium feed if flowers or young fruit begin to develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePapaya requires warm conditions throughout the year. Keeping the plant above approximately 15°C is recommended, with temperatures above 18°C preferred for active growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth may slow considerably during the UK winter because of reduced light levels. Reduce watering slightly during this period while avoiding complete drying.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruiting in the UK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePapaya plants may be male, female or hermaphrodite. The sex of a seed-grown plant cannot normally be confirmed until it flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFemale plants require pollen from a male or hermaphrodite plant, while hermaphrodite plants may be capable of setting fruit alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruiting in the UK requires a mature plant, sustained warmth, strong light and successful pollination. Fruit production is possible in a heated greenhouse or conservatory but cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive one Papaya plant growing in a 2-litre pot. Plants are typically dispatched at approximately 20–30 cm tall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant sex cannot be identified at this stage. Plant height, stem thickness and leaf development will vary naturally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed-grown Papaya plants are genetically variable, and future fruit size, shape, flavour and plant sex cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnly ripe fruit flesh should be consumed. The plant produces milky latex when damaged, which may irritate sensitive skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the plant away from children and pets that may chew the foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"20-30cm","offer_id":56352035307860,"sku":"TFPCARPA","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tropicalplantnursery.co.uk\/products\/papaya-carica-papaya-2l-pot","provider":"Tropical Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}