T.R. Hovey Dwarf Papaya

Scientific Name: Carica papaya 'T.R. Hovey'

Also Known As

Carica papaya 'TR Hovey'
TR Hovey Papaya

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 4'-8'
W: 2'

planting zones

10a-12

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T.R. Hovey Dwarf Papaya plant details

T.R. Hovey Dwarf Papaya is a broadleaf evergreen fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter white flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF T.R. Hovey Dwarf Papaya

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
Plant family: caricaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, dwarf, edible, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for T.R. Hovey Dwarf Papaya

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Carica 'T.R. Hovey' is a dwarf hybrid papaya that is self fertile. It can produce delicious, ripe fruit within 9 - 12 months on short plants only a couple feet tall. It grows well in containers outdoors in a warm location in the summer and can be moved indoors to spend winter as a houseplant. The cool structure of this small tree and its tropical, dissected foliage on purple stems will look fantastic both on your patio and in your living room! Good drainage is important. Safest to keep above about 10 degrees Celsius.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

‘TR Hovey’ is a dwarf papaya perfect for growing in pots. Papayas need sunny, warm growing conditions and the soil temperature needs to be 65°F or higher. With the right cultural conditions ‘TR Hovey’ will grow quickly and produce ripe fruit in as little as 9 months reaching 6-8' at maturity. Fruit will start developing only 12” from the base of the plant.

By: Florida Hill Nursery

Exotic and deliciously edible, 'TR Hovey' is a dwarf papaya that was hybridized for hydroponic culture and is perfect for growing in pots. Papayas need sunny, warm growing conditions and the soil temperature needs to be 60°F or higher. With the right cultural conditions 'TR Hovey' will grow quickly and produce ripe fruit in as little as one year's time. Grow it inside in the winter and take it outside in the summer months. Fruit will start developing only 12" from the base of the plant. The pictured plant is about 3' tall and grew big fruit after only 10 months. Do not overfeed but fertilize moderately on a regular basis. Remember to keep the plant warm; if it gets too cold, it can get root disease.