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Carica papaya

Family Caricaceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   10a - 11   RHS:   HH - FT   EGF:   G1 - G2   Australia:   4 - 5  
Care Level
Height 4.5 - 7.5 m (15 - 25 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 2.4 m (3 - 8 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Carica papaya (papaya) bears pale yellow and repeat-blooming flowers. This tender perennial is upright and has deep green foliage that is showy, glossy, bold textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Carica papaya (papaya) is showy and spotted. The stems are smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning tender perennial which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Container, culinary, fruit, specimen and tropical.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Carica papaya (papaya) grows at a very fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.