Plant profile
KSU-Chappell
KSU-Chappell Pawpaw
Asimina triloba
Expected availability · 2030
Fruit tree OrchardPlannedWoodland Orchard
At a Glance
TartSweetTart to Sweet: position 4 of 5
SoftFirmSoft to Firm: position 2 of 5
DryJuicyDry to Juicy: position 4 of 5
MildBoldMild to Bold: position 3 of 5
KitchenFresh EatingKitchen to Fresh Eating: position 5 of 5
About
Creamy, sweet pawpaw with mild banana-pineapple flavor and floral notes. A vigorous KSU release selected for large fruit, good yields, and low seed percentage.
Harvest & Use
Best enjoyed fresh when fully ripe; the soft pulp also works well in chilled desserts.
Choose This If…
You are trying pawpaw for the first time or prefer a creamy, milder tropical flavor over the richest, most intense cultivars.
Growing requirements
- Water
- Consistent moisture during establishment and fruit development
- Soil
- Fertile soil with organic matter; acidity and fertility needs vary by crop
- Drainage
- Well-drained unless the crop is adapted to wetter conditions
- Growth rate
- Varies by crop and cultivar
Fruit, flower, or harvest traits
See the customer profile above for flavor, texture, harvest use, and distinguishing traits.
Pollination and compatibility
Pollination requirements vary by crop and cultivar.