Mango Paw Paw
Scientific Name: Asimina triloba 'Mango'
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 12'-25'
- W: 8'-20'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Mango Paw Paw plant details
Mango Paw Paw is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Mango Paw Paw
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: annonaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 8 FT - 20 FT - wide, 12 FT - 25 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mango Paw Paw
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Mango Paw Paw plant
How to Grow Mango Paw Paw
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
Fruit
- green
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Scientific Name: Asimina triloba
aka American Custard Apple, Banangois, Indiana Banana, Paw Paw
Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 20'-30'
Width: 15'-20'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
Scientific Name: Asimina triloba 'NC-1'
Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 15'-30'
Width: 15'-30'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
Scientific Name: Asimina triloba 'Prolific'
Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 15'-30'
Width: 15'-30'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
Scientific Name: Asimina triloba 'Taytwo'
Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 15'-30'
Width: 15'-30'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
Scientific Name: Asimina triloba 'Wells'
Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 15'-30'
Width: 15'-30'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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