Quick Facts

Botanical Name: Asimina triloba Rootstock: Seedling Mature Height: 15–25 ft Mature Width: 15–20 ft Recommended Spacing: 15–20 ft Growth Rate: Moderate Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Soil Preferences: Moist, well-drained; rich organic soils

Overview

Paw Paw is a native understory tree producing tropical-flavored fruit with notes of banana and mango. An excellent native fruit tree for woodland edges and naturalized plantings.

Pollination Requirements

Requires cross-pollination between two different paw paw varieties.

Recommended Pollinators: Any genetically distinct Paw Paw variety

Harvest Season

Late Summer (August–September)

Best Uses

• Fresh eating • Baking • Native habitat planting

Tips for Success

• Young trees benefit from partial shade • Avoid transplanting once established