Paw-Paw Plant | Asimina triloba 'Sunflowers'
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Paw-Paw Plant
Asimina triloba 'Sunflowers'
- Made popular by a certain Disney sloth bear who shall remain nameless, the paw paw plant is a fruit plant many people overlook or think they can't grow in the UK. Guess what? You can!
- Native to the US, 'Sunflowers' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C which will see it through the majority of British winters.
- Slow-growing and self-fertile, this paw-paw variety sports attractive maroon flowers at the end of spring, before going on to bear large green fruits from late summer and into early autumn.
- The fruits have a wonderfully aromatic, tropical flavour with a creamy, buttery texture; they're perfect both for eating fresh from the tree and for use in baked desserts.
- Easily kept to more compact dimensions, this plant is a great option for growing on a sunny patio in a large container.
What to expect
Self fertile
Spacing
Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, you can grow paw-paw 'Sunflowers' in a pot, using moist but well-drained compost.
How big does it get?
This paw-paw plant reaches an ultimate height of roughly five metres, though it's slow-growing and can easily be kept smaller.
How much sunlight does this need?
This fruit plant requires full sun or partial shade to flourish. Best fruiting will occur in full sun.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
This plant requires moist but well-drained soil to flourish.
How much watering does this plant need?
This paw-paw plant will need regular watering throughout the growing season to help it establish. More watering is needed during hot, dry spells.
Will this plant need pruning?
This plant doesn't typically require any pruning.
How hardy is this plant?
This paw-paw plant is hardy down to temperatures of -10°C.
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