Paw Paw Tree Susquehanna® PP (Asimina triloba)
Susquehanna® PP – one of the renowned Peterson Paw Paws, Susquehanna®
is large with very few seeds. It has a sweet flavor with a firm, buttery texture. The
large fruit ripen in the mid-to-late season to extend your harvest.
The largest of
the Native American
fruits, the Paw Paw is
one of the easiest to
grow. The tree size is
modest and does well
in partial sun. Spring
brings purple flowers
that transform into
clusters of oblong fruit.
In fall, the large, green
fruit softens, emits
a ripe fragrance and
takes on a yellow color.
It’s then you pick and
eat the flavorful fruit that’s reminiscent of banana custard. Fruit can be stored
in the refrigerator for several weeks. The nutritious fruit is high in protein and a
good source of vitamins and minerals. You must plant two different cultivars for
cross-pollination. We love that Paw Paws are not susceptible to insects or diseases
and therefore never need to be sprayed with pesticides. Paw Paws usually
start bearing fruit 2-3 years after planting and can yield up to 30 pounds per tree.