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Asmina triloba
Pawpaw
![Asmina triloba Pawpaw from Moose Crossing Garden Center - 4362](image/banner-new.png)
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
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- Native tree whose relatives are in the tropics!
- Deep purple flowers in May attract bees/butterflies
- Large, cylindrical yellow-green fruit
- Slight banana-like flavor
![Edible](image/chars/char-93.png)
Edible
![Low Maintenance](image/chars/char-81.png)
Low Maintenance
![Native](image/chars/char-45.png)
Native
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Partial Sun](image/chars/char-2.png)
Partial Sun
![Attracts Butterflies](image/chars/char-116.png)
Attracts Butterflies
![Attracts Hummingbirds](image/chars/char-115.png)
Attracts Hummingbirds
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers fertile, deep, loamy soil with good drainage but consistent moisture. A heavy layer of compost or mulch at base of tree. Avoid windy sites due to size of leaves which may cause damage. Tolerant of part sun/shade, but will fruit much less, Best to have 2 trees within 30 ft. of each other for best pollination.
Height: 15-30 ft
Spread: 15-30 ft
Price Level 1: $74.99~#3
Bloom Color: Purple
Zone: 5-8
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Native
- Specimen
- Edible
- Low Maintenance
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained