{"product_id":"maradol-red-dwarf-papaya-tree","title":"Maradol Red Dwarf Papaya Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Maradol Red Dwarf Papaya (Carica papaya) is a self-fertile hybrid that produces large, oblong, orange-yellow fruit with sweet, juicy flesh.\u003c\/strong\u003e This compact tree reaches roughly 3 to 4 feet, making it well suited to gardens, balconies, and containers, and is grown in the subtropical climate of Homestead, Florida.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carica papaya (Maradol Red, Yellow Mexican variety)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fertile hybrid, no separate pollinator needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 3 to 4 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resistant to papaya ring spot virus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Edible dwarf fruit tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall gardens, patios, and balconies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooler areas where plants can be moved or protected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGardeners wanting fast, self-fertile fruit production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh eating and recipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun in well-drained soil. Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings, and protect from frost in colder zones. The tree is fed with premium granular fertilizer to support vigorous growth and a strong harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipe Maradol papayas have juicy, mouthwatering orange-yellow flesh with a sweet flavor. They are rich in vitamins A and C and contain the natural enzyme papain, which supports protein digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Everglades Farm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverglades Farm grows its papaya trees in Homestead, Florida, where abundant sunshine and a subtropical climate help each plant thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everglades Farm","offers":[{"title":"12-18 inches \u0026 1-gal","offer_id":51042520498454,"sku":"MARADOL-RED-PAPAYA-#1-1FT","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-3 feet \u0026 3-gal.","offer_id":51042520531222,"sku":"MARADOL-RED-PAPAYA-#3-3FT","price":74.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 feet \u0026 7-gal","offer_id":51042520563990,"sku":"MARADOL-RED-PAPAYA-#7-4FT","price":139.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5555\/8422\/files\/s-l500.jpg?v=1771382011","url":"https:\/\/madelines.co\/products\/maradol-red-dwarf-papaya-tree","provider":"Madeline's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}