Pawpaw Seeds - Fruit Plant for Home Gardens

Pawpaw is a deciduous fruit tree with a small to medium size and an upright to spreading growth habit. It is well adapted to temperate climates and performs best in full sun to partial shade with fertile, well-drained soil. Plants grown from seed establish gradually and are suitable for garden planting and orchard-style layouts. Consistent moisture and protection from extreme conditions support steady growth and long-term development.

Features

• Small deciduous tree with upright to spreading growth
• Suitable for garden and orchard planting
• Performs well in full sun to partial shade
• Adapted to temperate climates
• Steady long-term growth under suitable conditions

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Asimina triloba
• Common Name (US): Pawpaw
• Seed Type / Variety: Standard Variety
• Growth Habit: Upright to spreading tree
• USDA Zones: 5-9
• Planting Season: Fall or early spring
• Growing Season: Warm to mild season
• Sowing Season: December to February (after cold stratification)
• Germination Time and Conditions: 60-120 days at 1-5°C stratification followed by 18-24°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Plant Size: 4-10 meters height, 3-6 meters spread
• Plant Spacing: 4-6 meters between plants