Desi Papaya (Op) Seeds (20 Seeds) High Germination, High-yielding and fast-growing

🍈 Desi Papaya Seeds (OP) – Traditional Non-Hybrid Variety

Desi Papaya, also known as Papeeta in India, is a non-hybrid, open-pollinated tropical variety that produces sweet, melon-like fruits. Perfect for balcony, terrace, or backyard gardens, this traditional papaya is easy to grow and ideal for organic gardening.

🌿 Why Grow Desi Papaya?

• Easy to grow at home, even for beginners

• Produces healthy fruits packed with Vitamin A, C, and E

• A perfect addition to your kitchen garden and daily diet

• Known for its natural taste and nutritional benefits

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About this item 

• 🔢 Number of Desi Papaya Seeds: 20 Seeds

• 🏡 Where to Grow: Balcony, terrace, container, or open garden

• 📅 Sowing Season: Throughout the year

• 🌱 Mode of Sowing:

  • Sow seeds 1 to 1.5 cm deep in a seedling tray, container, or pot

  • Transplant after 25 to 35 days after Germination 

• 🌡️ Germination Temperature: 21°C to 35°C

• ⏳ Germination Time: 10 to 21 days

• 🍈 Harvest Time: 8 to 10 months

• 💪 Plant Vigor: Strong and healthy plants

• ⚖️ Average Fruit Weight: 900 to 1200 grams
  

What Size Grow Bag is Best For Papaya Seeds?

• 18 x 18 (W*H)
• 24 x 24 (W*H)

Desi Papaya Growing Season in India 

You can grow papaya during:

• Spring: February–March

• Monsoon: June–July

• Autumn: September - October

🚫 Avoid sowing in winter, as papaya cannot tolerate cold climates.

📦 What You Need

• ✅ Papaya seeds 

• ✅ Seedling tray or small pots

• ✅ Potting mix: Loamy, well-draining soil

• ✅ Full sunlight location

🥭 Desi Papaya Seeds Sowing Method

You can grow papaya from hybrid seeds using either of the following methods:

• Seedling Tray/Small Pots: Sow the seeds and later transplant the seedlings.

• Direct Sowing: Sow the seeds directly in large pots or grow bags.

Sowing Steps:

1. Use a potting mix or prepare a mixture of equal parts soil, sand, and cow manure.

2. Sow the seeds at a depth of 1–1.5 cm in the soil.

3. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in a sunny spot.

4. Seeds will germinate in 10–21 days.

5. Papaya seedlings should be transplanted 25 to 30 days after germination, or when they have:

• Developed 4 to 6 true leaves
• Reached a height of about 15-15 cm

☀️ Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Papaya needs full sun (6-8 hours daily)

• Temperature: Best growth between 25°C to 35°C

• Soil: Well-draining, nutrient-rich, slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0–6.8)

🌼 Desi Papaya Plant Care Tips

• Thin out weak seedlings, keep 1 strong plant per location

• Apply organic fertilizer or compost every 3-4 weeks

• Mulch around base to retain moisture and prevent weeds

• Protect from heavy winds and frost

🍈 Desi Papaya Harvest Time

• Your papaya plant will start producing fruits within 1 year of transplanting.

• Harvest when the skin begins to turn yellow.

• Use a pruning scissor to safely cut the fruit.

• The fruit will continue to ripen after picking.

Papaya Special Features What Size Grow Bag 

• Common name – Papeeta , Carica papaya
• Level of grow – Easy

FAQ

Can we grow a desi papaya plant in winter season?

Papaya plant cannot grow well in cold weather and the plant will not survive for long time in cold season.

Why my papaya plant leaves turning yellow?

When papaya plant does not get proper water, (over watering or under watering conditions) then the leaves turn to yellow.

Why my papaya plant flowers fall off?

Excess of nitrogen or lack of nitrogen dose is the main reason behind flower drop. So do not give too much nitrogen or less nitrogen to your papaya plants.

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