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Pawpaw Tree Live in Quart Pot, 12-18" Tall, Cold-Hardy North American Fruit Tree, Native Fruit Tree Starter for Backyard and Garden Rows

Pawpaw Tree Live in Quart Pot, 12-18" Tall, Cold-Hardy North American Fruit Tree, Native Fruit Tree Starter for Backyard and Garden Rows

Name: Pawpaw Tree Live in Quart Pot, 12-18" Tall, Cold-Hardy North American Fruit Tree, Native Fruit Tree Starter for Backyard and Garden Rows
Brand: Gingerglow
SKU: B0GRHNGX51
Price: 28.29 USD
Availability: InStock

Bring the flavor of the tropics to your backyard with this Pawpaw Tree in a quart pot. This cold-hardy North American fruit tree, also called the American Custard Apple, arrives 12-18 inches tall and ready to start in garden rows or beds. Plant it where it can grow and flourish.

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Description

The "Tropical" Taste of America’s Native Pawpaw

Bring the exotic flavor of the tropics to your backyard with the Pawpaw Tree. Known as the "American Custard Apple," this native North American tree produces delicious, creamy fruits with a taste reminiscent of banana, mango, and melon

Why Grow a Pawpaw

Cold-Hardy & Resilient

USDA Zone: 5-9
This tree is hardy down to -20°F and resistant to most pests and deer.

Fruit in 2-3 Years

The other plant takes 8+ years to fruit; our grafted trees begin producing fruit in 2 to 3 years after planting.

Cross-Pollination

Cross-pollination for the best fruit production.
Plant at least two genetically different Pawpaw trees within 15-30 feet of each other.

Easy to Grow & Low Maintenance

Simple pruning needs
No intensive maintenance routine
Strong adaptability once established

Tropical Taste, Native Roots

Gourmet "Custard" Fruit

Smooth, creamy texture with a vibrant banana, mango, and vanilla flavor.

Culinary Versatility

Fresh eating
Making smoothies
Baking into breads

Landscape Beauty

Broad foliage creates cool, pleasant outdoor areas.
Tidy Structure: Upright, tidy branching suits pathways, yards

Varieties of Pawpaw Fruit Tree

Shenandoah: Large (10-15 oz) fruit with rich custard flavor and excellent resistance.
Susquehanna: Sweet, creamy flesh with balanced flavor; known for remarkable cold tolerance.
Potomac: Medium-to-large, exceptionally sweet fruit; hardy and adaptable to various conditions.
Wabash: Moderate-sized fruit featuring distinct banana and mango flavor notes.

Light Requirements

Young trees require light shade or temporary shading for the first few years.
Mature trees thrive in full sun, enhancing growth and fruit set.

Watering

Maintain evenly moist, damp soil without sogginess. Water deeply during dry spells and the first 2–3 years, allowing the surface to dry slightly between waterings

Pruning

Pawpaws require little pruning. Just remove broken or weak branches.
Best time to prune: Winter or early spring, when the tree is dormant.

Location & Planting time

Best planted in early spring or late fall
Partial shade, cool soil and mulch. Avoid direct sunlight for long hours, especially for young plants.

FAQs

Q1: Can I grow this in a container? A: Because of their deep taproot, Pawpaws prefer to be in the ground. However, deep containers can be used for the first few years before transplanting.

Q2: Can I grow Pawpaw trees in the shade? A: Yes - young pawpaw trees prefer partial shade. However, once they mature, they need full sun to produce fruit well.

Q3: Do I need to hand-pollinate the flowers? A: It’s not required, but hand-pollination can improve fruit set if you gently transfer pollen between two genetically different trees.1

ESTABLISHED QUART STARTER: You receive a Pawpaw tree settled in a 1 quart pot, standing 12-18 inches tall. This established size is easy for you to handle and can be placed directly into your garden soil or a larger transition container.
RARE NATIVE FRUIT WITH TROPICAL FLAVOR: The pawpaw (Asimina triloba) produces unique, creamy fruits with a flavor often described as a mix of banana, mango, and vanilla. Known as America’s forgotten fruit, it’s native to North America and perfect for gardeners who want to grow something rare and rewarding
COLD HARDY & EASY TO GROW: Despite its tropical taste, the pawpaw is cold hardy and thrives in USDA Zones 5–9. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade when young, transitioning to full sun as it matures. Low-maintenance and highly adaptable, perfect for beginner gardeners
IDEAL FOR HOME GARDENS: Pawpaw trees fit beautifully in edible landscapes, backyard orchards, and permaculture projects. Their lush foliage adds a tropical look to your garden, and their fruit offers a unique, delicious treat in late summer.
LOW MAINTENANCE GROWTH: Once established, these trees are a simple choice for those who want an edible garden that is not difficult to work with. They are very manageable and tend to grow steadily when placed in a sunny to partially shaded location with soil that drains well.

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Brand	GINGERGLOW
Color	Green
Expected Blooming Period	Spring to Summer
Sunlight Exposure	Full Sun
Unit Count	1.0 Count
USDA Hardiness Zone	5-9
Soil Type	Sandy Soil, Chalk Soil, Clay Soil, Peat Soil, Silt Soil
Moisture Needs	Moderate Watering
Number of Pieces	1
Number of Items	1

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Standard shipping: $12.11–$22.89.

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Customer Reviews

The plant arrived promptly. It shows many signs of meticulous care including careful pruning and staking; and its health is highlighted by vigorous new growth.

It is absolutely not 30" tall let alone 36"; but it may be 26" inches tall in a few places, measuring from the bottom of the pot. It is, however, well branched and it spreads out more than twelve inches in each direction. I think it has better indoor plant presence for its good horizontal development than if it were a taller whip. Very pleased.

Gratitude

The plant showed up in good condition...thanks

Good

Pink not as bright as the picture yet but plant is healthy. It appears however slightly travel stressed from traveling via mail from California to Illinois. I set it for now in indirect sunlight and gave it a tiny bit if distilled water. After 10 days I will repot in a pot the next size larger in succulent soil. I think it will be fine.

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