B11. Paw Paw (Asimina triloba)

Native to the Southeast but hardy enough to grow in Southern NH. It can appear as a small tree or a large shrub, growing 15- 30 feet tall in optimum conditions. The purple flowers blooming in spring are unique, but the fruits of this plant are the main attraction. The oblong edible fruits are ripe in early fall and the taste is similar to a banana. The fruit is good to eat fresh, bake or preserve. Sold as a dormant bareroot seedling, 6-12 inches tall. Due to the small size, give these seedlings a little extra love, protection and water their first year and expect some mortality (buy extras).