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Collin’s Pawpaw Tree

100% Shipped in Pot, Just like buying in person.

Discover the exceptional Collin’s Pawpaw Tree, celebrated for its delectable, creamy fruit and vigorous growth. Order online now for a tropical addition to your garden oasis.

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Cold Hardy 0-5°
Growing Zone 7A - 9A
Sunlight Full Shade
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Product Description

Collins Pawpaw Tree: A Slice of Native Delight

About the Fruit

Discover the Collins Pawpaw, a hidden gem of North American fruit trees, offering a tropical flair with its custard-like, rich and sweet flavor. Resembling a mango with its creamy texture, the Pawpaw is a treat for the palate with hints of banana, vanilla, and a touch of citrus. Perfect for smoothies, baked goods, or savored right off the branch, the Pawpaw is a delectable, versatile fruit that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.

What to Know About the Tree

The Collins Pawpaw tree is a deciduous wonder, showcasing broad, lush green leaves that turn golden-yellow in the fall. It’s a small to medium-sized tree, typically reaching 15 to 20 feet in height, perfect for a cozy garden nook. The Pawpaw tree also produces stunning, deep purple flowers in the spring, adding a splash of color and subtle beauty to any space. It’s not just an attractive tree; it is also low maintenance and naturally pest resistant, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Harvest Season

Anticipation peaks in late summer to early fall when the Collins Pawpaw fruits mature. This harvest season marks a time of abundance, as trees laden with large, greenish-yellow fruits create a spectacular display. The Pawpaw is best when allowed to ripen on the tree, offering a fleeting but greatly rewarding harvest that’s eagerly awaited each year by aficionados and curious newcomers alike.

Enhancing Your Fruitscape™

Imagine a fruitscape™ that’s not only visually stunning but also provides a bounty of rare, delectable fruits. The Collins Pawpaw tree is an ideal candidate for such a transformation. It’s a perfect fit for creating a layered fruit garden, underplanted with berries, or as a striking focal point. With its enchanting flowers, stately form, and mouth-watering fruits, it will be a conversation starter and a source of pride. Create a garden that’s a living larder with the Collins Pawpaw tree as a centerpiece.

At Just Fruits and Exotics, we pride ourselves on delivering a Collins Pawpaw tree that arrives 100% in pot, with the feel of an in-person nursery purchase from the comfort of your home. Our superior packaging ensures your plant arrives safely, and our easy shipping process takes the hassle out of online ordering. As a nationally renowned, family-owned, and operated nursery, you can trust us to provide quality plants with a local, friendly vibe. Elevate your garden and your table with a Collins Pawpaw tree from Just Fruits and Exotics, where exceptional taste meets exceptional service.

Cold Hardy0-5°
Container PlantNo
GraftedYes
Growing Zone7A, 7B, 8A, 8B, 9A
Mature Height12-16FT
Mature Width8-10FT
PollinatorAny Other Pawpaw Tree
Spacing8-10 FT
SunlightFull Shade
Planting & Care

Recommended Fertilizers

Starter Fertilizer: Kickstart with Espoma Organic Bio-tone® Starter Plus. This potent blend boosts root mass and aids in mitigating transplant shock, ensuring your plants thrive in their new home.

Maintenance Fertilizer: For continued growth and fruit production, we recommend Espoma Organic Tree-tone Fertilizer. Designed specifically for fruit trees, this balanced formula nourishes your plants, promoting vibrant growth and bountiful harvests.

Fruitscaping™ with Paw Paw Trees

Invite the allure of the uncommon into your garden by Fruitscaping™ with our Paw Paw Trees. These native North American trees yield an extraordinary fruit that offers a custard-like texture and a tropical flavor, often compared to a blend of banana, mango, and melon.

Paw Paw trees are prized not only for their unique fruits but also for their striking beauty. With large, drooping leaves that provide excellent shade, and inconspicuous purple-brown flowers that bloom in spring, these trees add an element of mystery and enchantment to any landscape.

Growing best in rich, well-drained soil, Paw Paw trees prefer a slightly acidic pH. They love the sun but can tolerate some shade, making them a versatile addition to your Fruitscaping™ plans. Pair them with berry bushes, apple trees, or other native plants to create a diverse and sustainable fruit garden.

Remember that Paw Paws are pollinated by flies and beetles, not bees, so consider your overall garden ecosystem when planting. It’s also recommended to plant at least two Paw Paw trees for proper cross-pollination and fruit production.

Fruitscaping™ with Paw Paw Trees is an exciting adventure. From nurturing these unique trees to tasting the exotic fruits, each step in this gardening journey adds a layer of joy and fulfillment. With our Paw Paw Trees, you can enjoy both the beauty of nature and the delight of homegrown fruits.

Growing Guides

You can find many planting & care guides on our growing guides page.

Shipping Info

Shipping Restrictions

Unfortunately, We Cannot Process Orders to California, Hawaii, Alaska, or Internationally:  Please note that due to specific agricultural regulations, we’re unable to ship any plants to the states of California, Hawaii, and Alaska, or outside the United States. Additionally, citrus trees can only be shipped within the state of Florida.

Shipping Information

Before Your Plants Arrive: You can find many guides on unpacking, planting, & care, on our growing guides page.

The Journey From Our Nursery to Your Door:  We NEVER ship our plants bare root. Your plant will travel in the very container in which it was nurtured. We thoroughly prune and water them before packing, and make sure they’re well wrapped to retain moisture during transit. It’s as though you’ve personally collected them from our nursery!

Choose Your Ship Date: We understand you’ll want to be available when your plant arrives. Our checkout process features a handy calendar that allows you to choose the Monday on which you want your plant to ship. Depending on your location, you’ll likely receive your plant by Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday of that week. Once shipped, UPS will generate a tracking number and send it to the email you provided. You can then follow your plant’s journey and ensure someone is available to unpack it on arrival day.

Click Here To View Our Shipping Page For More Information & Packing/Unpacking Plants Videos

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