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Papayas |
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| Our small papayas are
grown in Jamaica, and our large papayas are imported from Belize and
Guatamala. |
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| Papaya trees grow from a seed to a 20 foot, fruit bearing tree in a short
18 months. |
| They are cultivated in
semitropical zones and can range in size from 1 to 20 pounds. |
| The Jamaican papaya is
smaller than a solo variety but the flavor is sweeter. |
| The flesh is soft, juicy, and rose colored. |
| Our papaya is “A Taste of Paradise.” |
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Selection
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Look for fruit that is bruise - free with smooth, unwrinkled
skin |
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A ripe papaya will give slightly to palm pressure |
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Ripen firm green fruit at room temperature |
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| If selecting for your produce
department they should be marketed in different stages of ripeness. |
