Common Pawpaw fruit tree seeds
Add a taste of the tropics to your temperate garden with the common pawpaw (Asimina triloba). This unique North American native, boasting creamy, banana-like fruit, is surprisingly adaptable and a fantastic choice for the home orchardist. Pawpaws thrive in USDA hardiness zones 5-9, tolerating winter temperatures down to -20°F once established. For optimal growth and fruit production, plant in well-drained, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. While young pawpaw trees prefer the protection of partial shade for their first year or two, mature trees are most productive in full sun, requiring at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily to yield their delicious harvest.
Seed count: 5
Botanic name:
Asimina triloba
Plant spacing:
15 - 30' apart
Color:
Green foliage with golden fruits
Sowing depth:
1"
Sun requirements:
Partial shade or filtered sunlight
Utilization:
The Moringa tree is a true botanical treasure, offering a multitude of benefits. Its leaves, rich in nutrients, are used for cooking, in teas, and as a superfood powder. The young seed pods, known as "drumsticks," add a unique taste and texture to dishes. Moringa oil serves both culinary and cosmetic purposes, while the seeds help purify water and promote natural soil fertilization. Additionally, Moringa contributes to animal fodder, traditional medicine, and even erosion control, making it a versatile and sustainable resource with a wide range of applications.
Frost hardy:
No
Maturity days:
5 - 8 years
Life cycle:
Perennial in zones 10 and 11. Grow as an indoor houseplant or over winter in all other zones. This tree may freeze and grow back in zones 8 and 9.
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes, as a house plant.
Hardiness zones:
5 through 9
