Red Lady Papaya – Superior Variety for Maximum Yield

Red Lady Papaya is a high-yielding variety that produces medium to large fruits with bright red flesh. It is disease tolerant, early maturing, and highly suitable for commercial cultivation, orchards, and home gardens. The fruits are sweet, soft, and rich in nutrients, making them ideal for fresh consumption and processing.

Key Features & Benefits

• 🌱 High Yield Potential – Produces abundant fruits consistently.

• ✅ Disease Resistant – Tolerant to papaya ringspot virus and other common diseases.

• ⏱️ Early Fruiting – Fruits develop in 9–12 months from planting.

• 🌿 Uniform Fruit Quality – Smooth skin, bright red flesh, and sweet flavor.

• 💧 Market Ready – Fruits have excellent shelf life for market sale.

🔹 How to Germinate / Plant

1. Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 24 hours before sowing.

2. Sow seeds in well-drained nursery beds or polybags with fertile soil.

3. Germination occurs in 2–3 weeks under optimal conditions.

4. Transplant seedlings to the main field after 3–4 months, ensuring spacing of 2–3 meters.

🔹 Best Time to Plant

• Spring / Summer: February–April or August–September depending on the region.

🔹 Soil Requirements

• Well-drained sandy loam or loamy soil with pH 6.0–7.0.

• Soil rich in organic matter for vigorous growth and better fruit quality.

🔹 Ideal Weather Conditions

• Warm tropical climate, 25–35°C temperature.

• Avoid frost or waterlogged conditions.

• Requires full sunlight for optimum fruiting.

🔹 How to Care for Your Red Lady Papaya Plants

Watering

• Maintain consistent soil moisture; avoid waterlogging.

• Use drip irrigation for best results.

Fertilization

• Apply NPK 10:10:10 regularly.

• Supplement with organic compost or farmyard manure for higher yield.

Pruning and Maintenance

• Remove diseased or dead leaves regularly.

• Support young plants to avoid wind damage.

• Apply mulch to retain soil moisture and control weeds.