{"product_id":"calina-ipb9-true-dwarf-papaya","title":"Calina IPB9 True Dwarf Papaya","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst time in New Zealand \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are so excited to bring you the almighty Papaya Calina IBP9!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Mid to late November 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the first time in New Zealand and exclusive to Exotica!! These were selectively bred over 10 generations (non GMO) to create a Papaya that is:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Non astringent \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- No smell\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Disease Resistant and become more cold tolerant once established\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Large fruit to 2.5kg\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Longer shelf life once picked\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Small cavity with more flesh\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Extremely sweet\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- The only true dwarf Papaya \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Hermaphrodite - every plant bears fruit\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Max mature height in the ground is 1.5m, less in a pot\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Bears fruit 6-10 months after planting in ideal climate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisclaimer: We highly recommend the young plant stays in a greenhouse or under covered area through winter.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Requires well-drained, loamy soil with a pH of 5.5 to 7.0.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Keep soil consistently moist; avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: Best between 21°C and 33°C. Frost-sensitive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Needs full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilising: Use a higher phosphorus fertiliser (15-30-15) to encourage flowering and fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePruning: Little pruning required; remove diseased or dead plant material to keep the tree healthy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulching: Mulch to retain moisture and control soil temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePest Control: Watch for pests such as aphids, whiteflies, and the papaya fruit fly. Use eco-friendly pesticides or introduce natural predators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering and Fruiting: Flowers appear throughout the year; fruits usually ripen 3 to 5 months after flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotting: Suitable for large containers with adequate drainage, though ground planting is recommended for best growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding Regime: Apply a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season. During fruit development, switch to a potassium-rich formula to enhance fruit quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Exotica NZ","offers":[{"title":"1 Plant","offer_id":67589445255419,"sku":"CALINA-1","price":79.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 Plants","offer_id":67589446467835,"sku":"CALINA-2","price":139.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/3826\/3803\/files\/58e8cfa6-3fe2-4d50-995e-48eb60e2bb29.jpg?v=1790552786","url":"https:\/\/farmfreshdirect.co.nz\/products\/calina-ipb9-true-dwarf-papaya","provider":"Farm Fresh Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}