Shenandoah Pawpaw®
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Asimina triloba
According to Neil Peterson the Shenandoah has been the clear favorite of pawpaw customers at the DuPont Circle farmers market in Washington, DC. Even doubters and scoffers have been converted to pawpaw lovers by this variety! It is a real taste treat -- smooth, custard texture, with just the right balance of fragrance, sweet fruity flavor and agreeable aftertaste. This tree originated as a seedling of Overleese and it is superior to its parent. Large fruit with few seeds (6% by weight). Texture is firmer than wild pawpaw. Fruit is often borne in single-fruited clusters. Good yields. Shenandoah responds well to pruning. Fruits ripens early to mid season to late. Zones 5-8 Space 12' circle
Plant Characteristics | |
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Pest Resistance | Excellent |
Disease Resistance | Excellent |
Drought Tolerance | Good |
Heat Tolerance | Excellent |
Humidity Tolerance | Excellent |
Sun Tolerance | Excellent |
Wet Soil Tolerance | Good |
Shade Tolerance | Very Good |
No Spray | Excellent |
Salt Tolerance | Poor |
Fresh for Kids | Excellent |
Deer Resistance | Good |
Thorns | No |
Plant Type | Tree |
Soil Type | Adaptable |
Edible Type | Fruit |
Self Fertile | No |
This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, comments/opinions are always welcome |