Paw Paw Tree Set ‘Prolific’ & ‘NC-1’ (Asminia triloba)
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 full to 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. Paw Paws are sold separately as well as in a Set
that includes one plant of each of the following varieties:
‘Prolific’ – as its name implies, ‘Proliific’ is a heavy producer of large fruit that ripens
mid-season, usually October in CT. It starts bearing fruit slightly earlier than
other varieties. You must plant 2 different varieties for cross pollination.
‘NC-1’ – this early to mid-season ripening variety has large, sweet fruit with few
seeds. It’s very cold hardy since it originates from Ontario, Canada. ‘NC-1’ fruit
usually ripens in mid-October and can be stored in the refrigerator for weeks. You
must plant 2 different varieties for cross pollination.