General Info
Latin Name - Asimina triloba
Native Range - New York to Florida, west to Nebraska and Texas
Growth Rate - Medium
Mature Height - 15–30’
Mature Spread - 15–20’
Arborist Thoughts
Our largest native edible fruit tree in North America, Pawpaw is easy to grow (in full sun to shade), adaptable to most soil types and has no significant disease or pest problems.
Interesting purple flowers in Spring give way to edible greenish yellow fruits in late Summer. Flavor is similar to banana/pear/mango.
Great tree for edible landscaping or naturalizing in low areas or edge of woods. Has been used successfully as a street tree in some Columbus neighborhoods.
Host to Zebra Swallowtail butterfly.