Calina Papaya (Carica papaya L.) – 500+ Premium Fresh Seeds for Planting

Our bulk selection contains 500+ fresh, high-viability seeds, meticulously processed and sorted to guarantee maximum germination success. Calina Papaya trees are uniquely sturdy and start fruiting exceptionally low to the ground, making maintenance and harvesting incredibly easy. The thick skin of the fruit gives it a superb shelf life and excellent transport resilience, making this premium planting selection the absolute top choice for commercial growers and home gardeners aiming for a highly lucrative, premium-quality harvest.

You will receive:

• ✔️ 500+ Premium-quality Carica papaya (Calina) fresh seeds for planting

• ✔️ Hand-selected from top-tier, high-Brix parent stock for exceptional viability

• ✔️ Packaged in professional, moisture-controlled botanical sachets to maintain long-term freshness

• ✔️ Germination and compact-orchard cultivation guide included to optimize your yield

🌼 Cultivation & Care Information

• Botanical Name: Carica papaya L. (cv. Calina)

• Common Name: Calina Papaya / California Papaya / IPB9

• Plant Type: Fast-growing, semi-dwarf herbaceous tropical tree

• Sun Requirements: Full sun (Essential: Requires at least 6–8 hours of direct, intense sunlight daily to maximize sugar development and promote heavy fruit setting).

• Soil / Medium: Requires rich, fertile, organic-rich, and exceptionally well-draining soils. Highly susceptible to root rot; thrives best in mounds, ridges, or raised beds with a sandy loam mix.

• Watering: Requires regular, consistent watering to sustain its rapid growth and dense, juicy fruit setting. Keep the soil evenly moist but never allow water to stand or saturate the root zone.

• Growth Habit: A sturdy, thick-stemmed, semi-dwarf tropical tree that bears fruit close to the ground, resulting in an easily accessible and highly concentrated harvest.

• Temperature: Thrives in warm, humid, tropical and subtropical climates (ideally 21°C to 32°C). Highly sensitive to cold weather; protect strictly from frost and freezing temperatures.

💡 Pro Growing Tip: To break seed dormancy and achieve rapid, uniform sprouting, soak these fresh planting seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Plant them about 1/4 inch deep in a sterile, loose, and highly aerated seed-starting mix or nursery bags. Place them in a warm, brightly lit location, maintaining a stable temperature between 25°C to 30°C. Keep the medium consistently damp but never waterlogged—your robust Calina seedlings will eagerly break through the soil within 10 to 14 days!