Q.Papaya Tree – No Leaves
we live in northeast Florida and have a papaya tree that has lost its leaves after this winter. There is fruit but leaves not coming back. What to do?
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
They are hardy in your area so, unless you had a colder winter than usual, the leaves should return. Here are the most common problems affecting papayas. See if any of the symptoms mimic your tree's. I also included general cultural conditions to compare with your care. Hopefully these will give you some answers.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/papaya/black-spot-of-papaya-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/papaya/anthracnose-of-papaya-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/papaya/papaya-herbicide-problems.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/papaya/growing-papaya-fruit.htm