{"product_id":"asimina-triloba-pawpaw","title":"Asimina triloba - Pawpaw","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePawpaw\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully exotic tree, Asimina triloba, the North American pawpaw, brings a touch of the tropics to the temperate garden. In Spring, curious nodding maroon-purple flowers appear along bare branches, followed by large, drooping, lush green leaves that give the tree a jungle-like presence all Summer. In Autumn, the foliage turns a clear, buttery yellow, often just as the fruit ripens. Where conditions allow, the tree bears large, soft, custard-textured fruits with a rich tropical flavour reminiscent of banana, mango, and vanilla. Surprisingly tough and pest-free, it is fully hardy, though it needs a warm, sheltered spot and a long growing season to fruit in Ireland. Fruiting is possible but not guaranteed, and it is best treated as a rewarding challenge for keen growers. Even without fruit, it makes a handsome, architectural small tree. Plant two or more together to give the best chance of fruit. Ideal for Polytunnels, South facing walls, walled gardens, and they can also be planted in large containers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSite: \u003c\/b\u003eShelter from strong winds, which can tear the large leaves and damage flowers and fruit\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e Deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil, ideally slightly acidic to neutral; dislikes waterlogging, shallow chalk, and heavy compacted ground\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePosition: \u003c\/b\u003eFull sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeason of Interest:\u003c\/b\u003e Unusual maroon flowers in Spring, lush tropical-looking foliage in Summer, golden-yellow leaves in Autumn, and (where conditions suit) custard-like fruits in early Autumn\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruits ripen in late September to October where they set; they are ready when soft to the touch and the aroma becomes strong and sweet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe fruit keeps only 2-3 days at room temperature and up to 1-2 weeks refrigerated; the pulp freezes well\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully hardy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e Height: 13-20ft (4-6m) \u003cstrong\u003eSpread: \u003c\/strong\u003e10-16ft (3-5m)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImage 1 by \u003ca rel=\"author\" href=\"https:\/\/flickr.com\/photos\/rockerboo\/\" class=\"owner-name truncate ds-link-primary-text\" title=\"Go to rockerBOO’s photostream\" data-track=\"attributionNameClick\" id=\"yui_3_18_1_1_1794397253031_105781\"\u003erockerBOO\u003c\/a\u003e cropped and licensed under \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCC BY-SA 2.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImage 2 by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/flickr.com\/photos\/138014579@N08\/\"\u003ePlant Image Library\u003c\/a\u003e cropped and licensed under \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCC BY-SA 2.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImage 3 by \u003ca rel=\"author\" href=\"https:\/\/flickr.com\/photos\/wendellsmith\/\" class=\"owner-name truncate ds-link-primary-text\" title=\"Go to Wendell Smith’s photostream\" data-track=\"attributionNameClick\" id=\"yui_3_18_1_1_1794397253031_203700\"\u003eWendell Smith\u003c\/a\u003e cropped and licensed under \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCC BY 2.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Future Forests","offers":[{"title":"Pot | 3L","offer_id":55818396303687,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/2750\/6590\/files\/Pawpaw1.jpg?v=1794397393","url":"https:\/\/futureforests.ie\/en-gb\/products\/asimina-triloba-pawpaw","provider":"Future Forests","version":"1.0","type":"link"}