1 Pawpaw Tree Bare Root | Asimina triloba Native Fruit Tree for Backyard Orchard

The Pawpaw Tree (Asimina triloba) is a unique native fruit tree that brings a tropical touch to temperate gardens. It produces large, custard-like fruit with a sweet, tropical flavor often compared to banana, mango, and pineapple. As a native North American species, it is well-adapted to many regions and supports local wildlife. This deciduous tree features large, drooping leaves that turn a striking yellow in fall, making it an attractive ornamental as well as a productive fruit tree. It is an excellent choice for backyard orchards, edible landscapes, and permaculture plantings.

Plant Features

• Produces flavorful, tropical-tasting fruit in late summer to early fall
• Native to North America and well-suited to many temperate climates
• Large, tropical-looking foliage that turns golden-yellow in autumn
• Attracts pollinators and supports local wildlife
• Can be grown as a specimen tree or in a mixed fruit orchard

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Asimina triloba
• Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment
• Growth Habit: Upright, pyramidal canopy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9
• Bloom Season: Spring
• Mature Height: 15-30 feet
• Spacing: 15-20 feet apart

Planting & Care

Plant your bare root pawpaw tree in early spring or late fall while it is still dormant. Choose a location with well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Dig a hole wide enough to accommodate the roots without bending them, and set the tree at the same depth it was previously growing. Backfill with soil, water thoroughly, and apply a layer of mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Keep the soil consistently moist during the first growing season to help the tree establish.

Pawpaw trees benefit from cross-pollination, so planting two or more different varieties can improve fruit set. Prune lightly in late winter to remove dead or crossing branches and maintain shape. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer if growth is weak. With proper care, your pawpaw tree will reward you with unique, tropical-tasting fruit and beautiful foliage for years to come.

What's Included

One (1) Pawpaw Tree (Asimina triloba) shipped as a bare root plant.