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Red Lady Papaya – Fast-Growing and Fruity
The Red Lady Papaya is a dwarf papaya variety known for its rapid growth and early fruiting. It’s a heavy producer, yielding large, sweet red-fleshed fruits.
Tree Characteristics:
• Size & Growth: Grows 6-10 feet tall, making it more compact than other papaya varieties.
• Planting Zone: USDA Zones 9-11.
• Container Suitability: Can be grown in large containers, though it does best when planted directly in the ground.
• Flowers: Small, creamy white flowers.
• Fruit: Large, red-fleshed fruits, typically weighing 3-5 pounds, known for their sweetness.
Use: Ideal for fresh eating, juicing, or adding to fruit salads. The sweet flavor and attractive red flesh make it popular in tropical regions.
Standout Feature: The fast growth and early fruiting, typically within 7-8 months of planting, make Red Lady a favorite among home gardeners. It is also a consistent, heavy producer.
Care Tips: Red Lady Papaya thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilization for optimal growth and fruiting.
SHIPPING
Carriers and Services
We ship all orders via UPS, offering Standard, Expedited, and Overnight services. Shipping costs and delivery times depend on your location and the selected service.
Winter Shipping Advisory
Cold Weather Alert: Tropical trees are highly sensitive to cold temperatures. During colder months, our greenhouses maintain warm, optimal conditions for growth, which makes plants more vulnerable to cold damage during shipping.
Recommendations: If temperatures along the shipping route are below 40°F, we recommend holding your order until it’s safe to ship. We will notify you if a delay is necessary.
No Freeze Warranty: We do not guarantee plants shipped during freezing conditions. Shipping in cold weather is at the buyer’s discretion and risk.
Shipping Schedule
Local (In-State) Shipments: Orders ship Monday through Wednesday to ensure delivery before the weekend. Most locations within the state receive deliveries in 1 to 2 days.
Out-of-State Shipments: Orders ship primarily on Monday and Tuesday to avoid weekend delays.
Packaging and Damage Claims
Plants are carefully packaged to minimize the risk of damage during transit. However, if damage occurs, you must contact us within 24 hours of delivery.
Submit clear photos of the packaging and the plant to southeden@outlook.com. Claims cannot be processed without photos.
Order Processing and Pickup
Orders placed before 5:00 PM are processed the same business day.
Local pickups are available between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM on weekdays and are processed on the same day.
Returns
All sales are final.
Due to agricultural regulations, we cannot accept returns or exchanges on any items, including live tropical trees.
If you receive an incorrect or damaged item, contact us at southeden@outlook.com within 3 days of delivery. Claims must include clear photos of the packaging and item to be reviewed. We’ll work with you to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
Thank you for supporting South Eden Edible Nursery! We appreciate your understanding and are committed to ensuring your plants arrive in the best possible condition.
