Asimina triloba (Pawpaw)

A Unique Native Fruit Tree for Edible and Ecological Appeal

Introduce a touch of the exotic to your landscape with Asimina triloba, commonly known as Pawpaw. This native deciduous tree is celebrated for its tropical-like fruit, distinctive flowers, and wildlife benefits.

• Edible Fruit: Produces large, custard-like fruits with a sweet, banana-mango flavor, ripening in late summer to early fall.
• Showy Flowers: Maroon, bell-shaped blooms appear in spring, adding seasonal interest and attracting pollinators.
• Compact Growth: Grows to a width of 15–20 feet, making it suitable for small gardens, woodland edges, or as an understory tree.
• Wildlife Haven: Fruits are a food source for mammals and birds, and it serves as a host plant for the Zebra Swallowtail butterfly.
• Hardy & Versatile: Thrives in moist, well-drained soils with partial shade to full sun. Hardy in USDA Zones 5–8.

Perfect for edible landscapes or naturalized plantings, Asimina triloba offers beauty, biodiversity, and delicious rewards.