Papaya Bisexual ‘Southern Red’ is a fast-growing tropical fruit tree valued for its sweet, deep-red flesh and dependable fruiting from its self-fertile, bisexual flowers. It typically grows to 2.5–3.5 metres tall with a spread of 1.2–1.8 metres, making it suitable for home gardens and small orchards. The medium to large fruits have smooth skin and rich flavour, ideal for fresh eating and juicing. Plant in full sun in well-draining soil, and water regularly while avoiding waterlogging. For best results, protect from frost and provide consistent warmth along with light feeding during the growing season.
What Customers Are Saying About Papaya Bisexual 'Southern Red' (QLD ONLY)
Start to finish everything went great.
The plants arrived safely, on time, and in great condition.
The plants were in colour. Great.
They're growing great and I haven't planted them yet.
Looking forward to placing my next order.
Thank you lots.
Peter.
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Great selection of plants. Loved the exotic fruit trees range. Plants are healthy, all growing well. Helpful staff. Great experience overall.
A few days delay to send. Emailed to say they called me and that they had now found the plants. I never received any message left on my phone so was not aware of the issue.
The orchid arrived in good condition and very quickly. Much better than Australia Post
I will definitely buy from here again...great prices,healthy looking plants and fast delivery and my plants came packaged so good.. 😊 thankyou
Simple process with fast delivery of quality plants. Truly excellent service. Thank you.
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Have bought a few trees from Ladybird Nursery. Great experience everytime. Staff were helpful and informative with plant selections. All the trees that I have bought have turned out healthy and are thriving.
They were great plants arrived in good condition, very well packed and still moist. Very Very pleased with my purchase and delivery service.
Very easy onlline store to search and pay. Has a lot of difficult to find plants. Would recomend
I love the range of plants that they have. They are shipped and delivered quickly and they are packed so well. I have had trouble getting nut trees but these guys have them in stock. The website is easy to use and there are many payment options. Will be using Laybird Nursery for more purchases
The plants always look vibrant and ready to grow. There is a big variety on display too.
Website is nicely laid out and easy to use. Dispatch was quick and good communication. Plants arrived a little thirsty but otherwise very good condition. A+ for Ladybird.
However, the courier used is a bit lacking. Got a message it was "out for delivery 6am" Wednesday. No delivery, no updates. Tracking information changed to "Out for delivery 8am" without notice on Friday. I called them and was assured it would definitely be delivered that day. Still no delivery. Eventually got the package Saturday afternoon after being paranoid the plants were going to be wilted by the time the courier got around to it.
Beautiful healthy plant with buds already starting. In love with this plant already!
How to Grow Papaya Bisexual 'Southern Red' (QLD ONLY)
Best Climate
Subtropical, Tropical, Warm Temperate
Time to Fruit
Within 12 months
Position
Full Sun
Height
Grows 2 to 6 meter
Evergreen
No
Pollination
Self-fertile
Handles Frost
Sometimes
Suitable in Pots
Yes