Plant profile
Susquehanna
Susquehanna Pawpaw
Asimina triloba
Expected availability · 2030
Fruit tree OrchardPlannedWoodland Orchard
At a Glance
TartSweetTart to Sweet: position 5 of 5
SoftFirmSoft to Firm: position 2 of 5
DryJuicyDry to Juicy: position 4 of 5
MildBoldMild to Bold: position 5 of 5
KitchenFresh EatingKitchen to Fresh Eating: position 5 of 5
About
A very sweet, rich pawpaw with large fruit, firm-melting buttery flesh, and exceptionally little seed.
Harvest & Use
Best eaten fresh at full ripeness, when its rich flavor and substantial amount of pulp are most apparent.
Choose This If…
You want a rich, intensely sweet pawpaw with lots of creamy flesh and relatively little seed to work around.
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.