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Browse Pawpaw Trees Available at Nature Hills Nursery!
Pawpaw trees are native, tropical-looking fruit trees that you might not have heard about! This is a remarkably cold-hardy and disease-resistant tree that grows large, edible, custardy-textured fruit that is to die for!
- Unique flowers: Blooms range from red to purple and are pollinated by beetles and flies.
- Fruit size: Depending on the variety, fruits can weigh anywhere from 7 oz. up to 2 lbs.
- Flavor: Creamy and tropical, with hints of banana, mango, and melon.
- Nutrition: Packed with Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, iron, and more.
- Cold hardy: Thrives in USDA zones 5-9, enjoying both hot summers and cold winters.
- Pest resistant: Generally pest-free and low-maintenance.
Interested in growing your own Pawpaws? Fruit growing in your own backyard is definitely more valuable and tastes great. Nature Hills has you covered with a wide selection of amazing Paw Paw Trees! Amaze your guests with a tropical-looking tree and its unique, flavorful, creamy, custardy fruit!
Growing and Harvesting Pawpaws
- Best regions: Zones 5-9 with hot summers and cold winters.
- Sun Needs: Pawpaws handle full sun but are also suitable as an understory tree
- Fruit safety: Pawpaw fruit is safe to eat and makes a fun substitute for bananas in cooking.
- Versatile uses: Eat fresh when ripe, or use in recipes for a tropical twist.
- Cross-pollination: Plant two or more trees for the best harvest. A single tree will only produce a small crop.
- Time to fruit: Seed-grown trees may take 5-8 years, but grafted trees fruit sooner. Nature Hills ships trees that are already 3-5 years old, so you’ll enjoy fruit much faster.
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Our trees are delivered safely to your home with instructions on planting, care, and storage. You can order knowing you'll have exactly what you need. It's that easy!
Nature Hills is proud of meeting the needs of our customers with a growing collection of online plants, backed by our product guarantee. Shop today and bring home a tree that is unique, hardy, and rewarding to grow.
FAQS for Buying Pawpaw Trees Online
Where do Pawpaw trees grow best?
Where do Pawpaw trees grow best?
Pawpaw trees grow best in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9, where they enjoy cold winters and hot, humid summers. They thrive in rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and perform well in part shade or full sun. Native to the Eastern U.S., Pawpaws are adaptable, cold-hardy, and naturally pest-resistant, making them a perfect choice for low-maintenance orchards and backyard food forests.
Do you need more than one Pawpaw tree to get fruit?
Do you need more than one Pawpaw tree to get fruit?
Yes, Pawpaw trees are not self-pollinating, so it's important to plant at least two genetically distinct trees for proper cross-pollination. Having multiple trees in close proximity greatly increases your chances of a larger, more consistent fruit set. Nature Hills offers a variety of Pawpaw trees to help you build a successful grove.
How long does it take a Pawpaw tree to produce fruit?
How long does it take a Pawpaw tree to produce fruit?
Seed-grown Pawpaw trees typically take five to eight years to start bearing fruit, while grafted trees mature and fruit much sooner. At Nature Hills Nursery, we ship Pawpaw trees with mature 3- to 5-year-old root systems to reduce your wait time and get you closer to enjoying your first harvest.
What does Pawpaw fruit taste like and how can it be used?
What does Pawpaw fruit taste like and how can it be used?
Pawpaw fruit has a tropical flavor that tastes like a mix between banana, mango, and melon. The creamy, custard-like texture makes it perfect for smoothies, baked goods, puddings, and fresh eating. You can also use Pawpaws as a flavorful substitute for bananas in recipes for a unique culinary twist.
Are Pawpaw fruits healthy to eat?
Are Pawpaw fruits healthy to eat?
Yes, Pawpaw fruit is packed with health benefits. It's rich in vitamins C and B6, magnesium, potassium, and iron. The fruit is naturally low in fat and calories and is an excellent source of dietary fiber. With its nutrient-rich profile and exotic flavor, Pawpaw is a healthy, delicious addition to your homegrown fruit collection.
