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Red Lady is a popular F1 hybrid papaya bred for reliability: it is largely self-pollinating (hermaphrodite), high-yielding, and tolerant of papaya ringspot virus (PRSV). It produces large, sweet, deep red-orange fruit within a year of sowing. Bred by Known-You Seed Co. in Taiwan, this medium-dwarf variety begins bearing fruit at only 60-80 cm height. The fruits weigh 1.5-3 kg each with thick, aromatic, reddish flesh (13% Brix). Very resistant to shipping and ideal for fresh market and processing. Like all papaya, it is a fast-growing, frost-tender tropical that demands full sun, warmth, and impeccable drainage to thrive.

# Care Instructions - **Sunlight**: Place the plant in a location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. - **Watering**: Water regularly but ensure good drainage; keep soil consistently moist, especially during hot weather. - **Soil and Fertilization**: Use well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Apply balanced fertilizer (NPK) every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

### Potting & Planting Instructions for Red Lady Papaya 1. **Container Selection**: Choose a terracotta, ceramic, or nursery pot with generous drainage holes at the base. 2. **Soil Mix Recipe**: Use Deep, fertile, well-draining sandy loam enriched with organic compost and well-rotted manure (pH 6.0–7.5). Adding a layer of coarse gravel or leca at the bottom enhances oxygenation. 3. **Planting Depth**: Position the plant at the exact same root collar depth as in its nursery container. Avoid burying stems too deep. 4. **Initial Settling**: After potting, water thoroughly until water drains freely, then place in bright indirect light for 3–5 days to acclimatize before moving to full sun.

Harvest mature stems/leaves as needed using clean sterilized pruning shears.

Pairs wonderfully with drought-tolerant companion plants and complementary fruit plants varieties.

Origin Country

Taiwan (F1 hybrid by Known-You Seed Co.), species native to Mexico & Central America

Climate Zone

USDA 9-11 (zone 8-11 with protection)

Alternative Names

Red Lady 786, Papaya 786, Red Lady #786 F1, Taiwan Red Lady 786

Plant Age

9-12 months to first fruit from seed

Pot Size

Large container 15+ gallons with excellent drainage

Mature Height

8-12 ft

Mature Width

2-3 meters (6.5-9.8 feet)

Growth Rate

Very Fast

Soil Mix

Rich loamy

Germination

7-14 days at 25-30°C

Blooming Season

Year-round in tropics; warmer months in subtropics

Fruiting Season

Year-round (matures in 4.5-8 months from transplant)

Flower Color

Yellow (male), Yellow-white (female/bisexual)

Fruit Color

Green skin ripening to yellow-orange; deep red-orange flesh

Yield / Year

30+ fruits per plant per season (each 1.5-3 kg)

Lifespan

5-10 years (short-lived, commercial plantations replant at 3-4 years)

Rootstock

Grown from F1 hybrid seed (not grafted); seed saved from hybrid will not breed true

Toxicity Info

Mildly toxic to pets - seeds contain trace cyanogenic compounds, unripe milky latex is a known irritant; ripe flesh generally safe in moderation