Paw Paw
Paw Paw
Asimina triloba
Type: Small tree
Sun Needs: Full sun–shade
Soil Moisture: Medium-Moist
Mature Size(ft): 15-30 x 15-30
Bloom Time: Fruit in Autumn
Growth Rate: Slow
Estimated size at delivery: 1-2
Container size: 3 gallon
Where It Works Well
• Edible landscapes
• Shady woodland gardens
• Understory tree for naturalized areas
Ecological benefits:
• Host plant for Zebra Swallowtail butterflies
• Fruits eaten by opossums, raccoons, and birds
• Provides understory habitat
Other info:
"Indiana Banana" Great understory tree. Tolerates shade and competition. Large, edible fruit ripe in Oct. Need multiple trees for fruit production and/or hand pollination.
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Pick Up ASAP from the SWCD office. Monday -Friday 8am-4:30pm.
We guarantee a healthy specimen will be supplied at pick up. Due to variations in planting, site conditions and care, no guarantee or refunds will be given after tree pick up. Remember, you are investing in quality root stock vs vigorous above ground leafing or height. The provided estimated heights at delivery are not guaranteed.
Photos: Arbor Day Foundation and/or Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder