Description
Vasconcellea pubescens syn. Carica
Mountain Papaya
A tropical fruit plant from South America, typically growing at altitudes of 1,500 – 3,000 metres. This fast growing perennial resembles a tree with large palmate leaves at the crown and can reach 6-9m in height. It can produce up to 50 bright yellow fruits per season.
Max Height 9m.
Full sun.
Well drained soil.
Hardy.
Germination Tips:
Can be sown all year round.
Sow in good seed compost.
Keep between 20 – 25 degrees.
