ASIMINA TRILOBA (PAW PAW)

Asimina triloba — The Paw Paw is North America's largest native fruit tree — a unique, tropical-looking deciduous tree that produces clusters of large, custard-like fruits with a rich, sweet flavor reminiscent of banana, mango, and vanilla. A beloved native species prized for its ornamental value, wildlife benefits, and extraordinary fruit, it thrives in woodland edges and understory settings. An increasingly sought-after addition to edible landscapes and native plantings alike.

• Mature Size: 15–25 ft. tall, 15–20 ft. wide
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
• Sun: Partial shade to full sun (tolerates shade when young)
• Hardiness Zones: 5–9
• Water: Moderate — prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil
• Fruit: Large, custard-like; rich banana-mango-vanilla flavor; September–October
• Pollination: Requires two genetically distinct trees for fruit production
• Wildlife Value: Host plant for Zebra Swallowtail butterfly; fruit loved by wildlife
• Best For: Edible landscapes, native gardens, woodland edges, wildlife plantings

Note: Professional installation available within approximately 1.5 hours of Owensboro, KY. Installation will be scheduled with our team after checkout.