Description
Large, sweet fruit with a delightful tropical taste. Deep purple blooms develop in spring. Golden foliage in the fall. Fruit has a tender, creamy, yellow-orange flesh that can be enjoyed fresh, in smoothies, and desserts. Fruit has few seeds. Attractive, shade-tolerant tree resists pests. Cold-hardy. Ripens in late September. Grafted. For proper pollination, plant another pawpaw variety nearby.
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Characteristics
Bloom Color | Purple |
Fruit Color | Yellow |
Fruit Size | Large - Extra Large |
Ripens/Harvest | Late September |
Shade/Sun | Partial Shade - Full Sun |
Soil Composition | Loamy |
Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
Soil pH Level | 5.5 - 7.0 |
Taste | Sweet |
Texture | Soft |
Years to Bear | 3 - 5 |
Zone Range | 4 - 8 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Recommended Spacing
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow pawpaw trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.