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Pawpaw Tree
A Native Treasure with Tropical Flair
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Product Description
- Native to the eastern United States
- Fruits have sweet, custard-like flavor
- Small trees with tropical-looking leaves
The Pawpaw Tree is a fascinating native of the eastern United States, with a rich history of foraging and cultivation. Revered by Indigenous peoples and early settlers for its unique, custard-like fruit, the pawpaw has earned a reputation as one of America's most distinctive and delicious native fruits. Despite its incredible flavor, the fruit’s delicate nature makes it a rarity in grocery stores, so growing your own is the best way to enjoy it.
This cold-hardy tree produces aromatic, soft, creamy fruits that ripen in late August to early September. Each 3- to 5-inch fruit delivers a sweet banana-custard flavor that’s perfect for eating fresh or using in ice cream, smoothies, and desserts. The pawpaw tree itself is equally captivating, with lush, tropical-looking leaves that add beauty and intrigue to any landscape.
Key Features:- Native Origins: Indigenous to the eastern U.S. the pawpaw has been foraged for centuries for its nutritious and flavorful fruit.
- Unique Flavor: Fruits offer a sweet, custard-like taste reminiscent of bananas and mangoes.
- Rare and Exclusive: Pawpaw fruits are seldom found in stores due to their delicate nature—growing your own is the best way to enjoy them.
- Tropical Appeal: Large, light green leaves give the tree a striking, tropical look that stands out in any garden.
- Cold-Hardy: Thrives in Zones 5–9, tolerating winter temperatures with ease.
- Versatile Use: Fruits are excellent fresh, or in recipes like ice cream, puddings, and smoothies.
- Compact and Attractive: Grows 15–30 ft. tall with a pyramidal shape, making it perfect for small spaces or as a focal point in your yard.
Celebrate the history and unique flavor of the Pawpaw Tree, a conversation piece that combines natural beauty, historical significance, and delectable rewards for your garden! Zone- 5-9
Visual Details
- Zone
5-9
- Light
Full Sun
- Height
15 - 30 feet.
- Spacing
15 - 20 feet.
- Growth Rate
Slow
2025 Spring Shipping Schedule
Fruit TreesZones | Shipping Dates | Last Order Date |
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3A - 5A | 3/24/25 - 6/6/25 | 6/2/25 |
5B | 3/10/25 - 6/6/25 | 6/2/25 |
6A - 7A | 2/24/25 - 6/6/25 | 6/2/25 |
7B - 10B | 2/23/25 - 5/9/25 | 5/5/25 |
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Product Snapshot
- Zone
5-9
- Light
Full Sun
- Height
15 - 30 feet.
- Spacing
15 - 20 feet.
- Growth Rate
Slow
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Shipping Information
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country using the shipping time frames outlined in the table. We continually monitor weather conditions for extreme hot or cold and adjust shipping schedules as needed. Due to hot weather conditions, we are unable to ship most plant items in July and August. Items that are overweight will require an additional shipping charge depending on
weight.The type of product you order or the weather in our area to yours may affect the anticipated shipping schedule, shifting earlier or later, depending.
Trees and shrubs are kept in the nursery row until full dormant for optimum stress protection.
In all cases, we choose the fastest, most efficient way to send your orders via the U.S. Postal Service or FedEx. Large orders or large items may be shipped to you in multiple packages.
Sorry, we cannot ship products to Hawaii, Alaska, APO/FPO or outside the contiguous United States. Please provide a street address as some products are unable to be delivered to Post Offce boxes.
2025 Spring Shipping Schedule
Fruit TreesZones Shipping Dates Last Order Date 3A - 5A 3/24/25 - 6/6/25 6/2/25 5B 3/10/25 - 6/6/25 6/2/25 6A - 7A 2/24/25 - 6/6/25 6/2/25 7B - 10B 2/23/25 - 5/9/25 5/5/25 Shipping Information
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country using the shipping time frames outlined in the table. We continually monitor weather conditions for extreme hot or cold and adjust shipping schedules as needed. Due to hot weather conditions, we are unable to ship most plant items in July and August. Items that are overweight will require an additional shipping charge depending on
weight.The type of product you order or the weather in our area to yours may affect the anticipated shipping schedule, shifting earlier or later, depending.
Trees and shrubs are kept in the nursery row until full dormant for optimum stress protection.
In all cases, we choose the fastest, most efficient way to send your orders via the U.S. Postal Service or FedEx. Large orders or large items may be shipped to you in multiple packages.
Sorry, we cannot ship products to Hawaii, Alaska, APO/FPO or outside the contiguous United States. Please provide a street address as some products are unable to be delivered to Post Offce boxes.
Trees
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Trees: Unboxing
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Trees: Planting Delayed
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Trees: Site Prep
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Trees: Planting
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Trees: Fertilizer/Staking/Mulching
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Trees: Reachables
Shipping Information
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country using the shipping time frames outlined in the table. We continually monitor weather conditions for extreme hot or cold and adjust shipping schedules as needed. Due to hot weather conditions, we are unable to ship most plant items in July and August. Items that are overweight will require an additional shipping charge depending on
weight.
The type of product you order or the weather in our area to yours may affect the anticipated shipping schedule, shifting earlier or later, depending.
Trees and shrubs are kept in the nursery row until full dormant for optimum stress protection.
In all cases, we choose the fastest, most efficient way to send your orders via the U.S. Postal Service or FedEx. Large orders or large items may be shipped to you in multiple packages.
Sorry, we cannot ship products to Hawaii, Alaska, APO/FPO or outside the contiguous United States. Please provide a street address as some products are unable to be delivered to Post Offce boxes.
2025 Spring Shipping Schedule
Fruit TreesZones | Shipping Dates | Last Order Date |
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3A - 5A | 3/24/25 - 6/6/25 | 6/2/25 |
5B | 3/10/25 - 6/6/25 | 6/2/25 |
6A - 7A | 2/24/25 - 6/6/25 | 6/2/25 |
7B - 10B | 2/23/25 - 5/9/25 | 5/5/25 |
Shipping Information
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country using the shipping time frames outlined in the table. We continually monitor weather conditions for extreme hot or cold and adjust shipping schedules as needed. Due to hot weather conditions, we are unable to ship most plant items in July and August. Items that are overweight will require an additional shipping charge depending on
weight.
The type of product you order or the weather in our area to yours may affect the anticipated shipping schedule, shifting earlier or later, depending.
Trees and shrubs are kept in the nursery row until full dormant for optimum stress protection.
In all cases, we choose the fastest, most efficient way to send your orders via the U.S. Postal Service or FedEx. Large orders or large items may be shipped to you in multiple packages.
Sorry, we cannot ship products to Hawaii, Alaska, APO/FPO or outside the contiguous United States. Please provide a street address as some products are unable to be delivered to Post Offce boxes.
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