{"product_id":"common-pawpaw-asimina-triloba","title":"Common Pawpaw (Asimina triloba)","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Pawpaw is a small native tree with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elush tropical-looking foliage, unusual spring flowers, and prized edible fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Before the large drooping leaves fully emerge, cup-shaped purple flowers appear along the branches, attracting early pollinators such as flies and beetles. By late summer to early fall, mature trees can produce large green fruits with soft, custard-like flesh often compared to banana, mango, or vanilla.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally found in moist woodlands and shaded bottomlands, Pawpaw thrives in rich, well-drained soil with partial shade, though established trees can handle more sun with adequate moisture. Its fruit supports wildlife and edible landscapes, while the foliage is the host plant for zebra swallowtail butterflies. Typically growing 15–25 feet tall, it works beautifully in woodland gardens, naturalized groves, understory plantings, and larger wildlife-friendly landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose Common Pawpaw?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduces delicious, edible native fruit in late summer to early fall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge leaves create bold, tropical-looking texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHost plant for zebra swallowtail butterflies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnusual purple spring flowers add early-season interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for woodland gardens, edible landscapes, and naturalized plantings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant at least two genetically different Pawpaw trees for better fruit production, and water regularly during establishment, especially in sunny sites. Young trees appreciate protection from intense afternoon sun, and suckers can be allowed to form a natural grove or removed to maintain a single-stemmed shape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Home Park","offers":[{"title":"1 Plant","offer_id":49081672663257,"sku":"SHB-ASITRI-1G-1","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Plants","offer_id":49081672696025,"sku":"SHB-ASITRI-1G-2","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Plants","offer_id":49081672728793,"sku":"SHB-ASITRI-1G-4","price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/0645\/4489\/files\/pawpaw_01.jpg?v=1786565364","url":"https:\/\/myhomepark.com\/products\/common-pawpaw-asimina-triloba","provider":"My Home Park","version":"1.0","type":"link"}