T.R. Hovey Dwarf Papaya Tree - Grow your own healthy papayas in pots Everglades Farm

T.R. Hovey Dwarf Papaya Tree - Grow your own healthy papayas in pots

Customers love tree condition, packaging, and healthy arrival.

  • Healthy tree ready for planting or container growing
  • Multiple size options to match your preference
  • Money-back coverage and secure packaging
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Size (Measurement Includes Container)
Pick the size that fits your goal
Smaller Sizes (1 gal)

Starting size and the lowest upfront commitment. ~6 months old tree.

Medium Sizes (3 gal)

Medium option with a strong balance of size and value. ~1 year old tree.

Larger Sizes (7+ gal)

Largest available size for shipping and the most immediate visual impact. ~2year old tree.

Largest Size (15 gal)

Usually starting to produce fruit. ~3 year old tree. Available for pickup only.

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Florida-grown tropical fruit trees
50+ years combined growing experience
Grafted varieties for earlier fruit
Homestead, FL nursery
What arrives at your door
  • A live tree in the size you selected
  • Nursery container with fertilizer-enriched growing media
  • Protective packaging designed to keep the root ball stable in transit
  • After-delivery support if you have questions once it arrives
Care snapshot
  • Growth: Fast
  • Light: Full sun for at least 6-8 hours a day.
  • Mature height: 4–8 ft
  • Mature width: 3–5 ft
  • Lifespan: 5–10 years
Full product details

Transform your garden with the T.R. Hovey Dwarf Papaya, a delightful addition for fruit lovers and gardening enthusiasts alike. This compact variety is perfect for smaller spaces, thriving in pots or gardens while producing deliciously sweet fruit. Imagine plucking fresh papayas right from your patio or backyard!

Product Features:

  • Compact Size: Grows to a height of 6-8 feet, making it ideal for limited spaces.
  • Delicious Fruit: Produces sweet, tropical papayas that are perfect for smoothies, salads, or enjoying fresh.
  • Easy to Grow: Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; suitable for hydroponic culture.
  • Seasonal Bloomer: Enjoy creamy blooms that add beauty to your garden throughout the growing season.

Benefits:

  • Space-Saving: Perfect for urban gardening or patios where space is at a premium.
  • Fresh Produce: Enjoy the satisfaction of growing your own fruit, enhancing your culinary creations.
  • Attractive Foliage: The large, lush leaves not only provide shade but also create an exotic ambiance in your garden.

 

 

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Key Features

The T-R Hovey Dwarf Papaya Tree features compact growth, large lobed leaves, fragrant yellow flowers about 2 inches wide, and produces sweet, juicy, orange-fleshed fruit.

Special considerations

The T-R Hovey Dwarf Papaya tree requires well-draining soil, protection from frost, and regular watering, along with special care for optimal growth in pots.

Growing and Care Instructions

For T-R Hovey Dwarf Papaya, use well-draining soil and water regularly to keep it moist, provide full sun for at least 6-8 hours daily, it tolerates temperatures between 70-90°F, fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a balanced fertilizer, and prune to remove dead leaves and maintain shape.

  • Fertilizing

    Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

  • Watering

    Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not soggy.

  • Light Requirements

    Full sun for at least 6-8 hours a day.

Type Fruit-bearing
Lifespan 5–10 years
Growth Fast
Max Height 4–8 ft
Max Width 3–5 ft
USDA Growing Zone 9-11 map showing suitable planting regions

10-11 Container / 9-11 Outdoors
(Hardy down to 30 F°)

★★★★★
11/07/2025
Mark R. Verified

Healthy, full, and worth recommending

I have filled my greenhouse with many kinds of tropical fruit trees over the years.

The trees I received from Everglades Farm were the healthiest, fullest, and best packed I have seen. They arrived with beautiful green leaves, strong branching, and much better packaging than other vendors I have tried.

I highly recommend Everglades Farm and was very impressed with the nursery.

Thank you so much!

Mark R.