Pawpaw Seeds produce a unique North American tropical-style fruit tree (Asimina triloba) known for its custard-like texture and sweet banana-mango flavor. These trees are ideal for home gardens or small orchards and provide a sustainable way to enjoy rare, exotic-tasting fruit.
Pawpaw trees are hardy and adaptable, offering both delicious harvests and ornamental value with lush green foliage.
Features
- Exotic Flavor: Produces large, creamy fruits with a tropical taste.
- Cold-Hardy Tree: Thrives in temperate climates and tolerates frost.
- High Yield: Consistent fruiting with proper pollination.
- Easy to Grow: Suitable for home gardens, yards, or small orchards.
- Native Species: Supports local ecosystems and pollinators.
Specifications
- Variety: Pawpaw (Asimina triloba)
- Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
- Germination Time: 3–6 weeks after stratification
- Maturity Period: 3–5 years to fruiting
- Sun Exposure: Full to partial sunlight (6+ hours daily)
- Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, loamy soil
- Watering: Regular; keep soil consistently moist but not soggy
- Plant Height: 10–25 feet at maturity
- Plant Spacing: 8–12 feet apart
- Temperature Range: 60°F–85°F (15°C–29°C)
- Fertilization: Balanced, organic fertilizer every 6 weeks during the growing season
- Best Growing Season: Spring through early summer
- Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–9
Planting Guide:
- Stratify seeds in a moist medium at 40°F (4°C) for 60–90 days before planting.
- Sow ½ inch deep in nutrient-rich, moist soil.
- Keep soil warm and humid until germination.
- Transplant when seedlings are 6–8 inches tall.
- Water deeply during dry spells and mulch around the base.
- Plant multiple trees for best pollination and fruit yield.
