Hardiness Zones: 5-8
Tree Type: Fruit, deciduous
Mature Size: 15-30'
Growth Rate: Slow to medium rate
Sun Preference: Full sun best for setting fruit
Soil Preference: well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic pH level between 5.5 and 7.0. Require consistent moisture but not waterlogged.
Bloom Period: Early to mid-spring
Wildlife Value: Pollination is required! Birds and small mammals may be attracted to this tree's thickets for shelter.
Other Uses & Notes: Paw paw trees can be planted as specimen trees or allowed to grow in clumps as windscreens. They are gaining in popularity due to their unusual, edible fruit that tastes like a mix of mango, banana and citrus and they are North America’s largest native fruit. Paw Paws also require a certain number of “chill hours” (temps between 32F and 45F) to break dormancy and set fruit successfully.
Seedling Size: 6-12"
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