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Wells Pawpaw Tree

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Description

Delectably fruity, banana-like flavor. Pyramid-shaped tree provides ornamental beauty with unique dark-purple flowers in spring and tropical-looking foliage through fall. Fruit has green skin with a slightly orange flesh and a creamy custard texture. High in protein, vitamins, and minerals. Tree prefers partial shade, but a warm, sunny location is ideal for ripening fruit in cooler regions. Cold-hardy. Ripens in September. Grafted. For proper pollination, plant another pawpaw variety.

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Characteristics

Bloom Color Purple
Fruit Color Green
Fruit Size Medium - Large
Ripens/Harvest September
Shade/Sun Partial Shade - Full Sun
Soil Composition Loamy, Sandy
Soil Moisture Well Drained - Moist
Soil pH Level 5.5 - 7.0
Texture Soft
Years to Bear 3 - 5
Zone Range 4 - 8

Size & Spacing

Mature Size

When your tree matures, it will be approximately 15 - 25' tall x 15 - 25' wide.

Recommended Spacing

We recommend spacing these trees 15 - 25' apart to ensure room for growth.

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 4 - 8
My Hardiness Zone ?
The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.

Pollination

This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.

Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Plant one of these varieties within 100' for best pollination.

Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.

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.

Read about how to grow pawpaw trees »

Shipping Information

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