Will a Solo Papaya tree grow in So. Cal?

Question

Will a Solo Papaya tree grow in So. Cal?

Answer 1

There are Papayas cultivated in So Cal, so you are in with a good chance to be able to grow one well, and harvest some good fruit.  

Assuming that you have a good sheltered spot, and you prepare your planting hole well, and then fertilise your plant reguarly during its growing season, all should be great, assuming no unusually cold weather exposure etc.

They can form plants with single sexed flowers, making self-pollination impossible, although s*x of plants can change too.  If you have more than one plant you will increase your chances of cross-pollination, and thus fruiting potential.  It partly depends on your available space, as well as the availability of other Papaya plants nearby.  They can be pollinated by insects, by hand, or even wind.

Hope this helps.  Good luck!   Rob