Asimina triloba KSU 'Atwood' (Pawpaw)

Originating from the Kentucky State University breeding program, the KSU-Atwood Pawpaw™ matures mid-season and is renowned for its exceptionally prolific yield, producing 150 or more fruits per tree with a rich, complex flavor. Asimina triloba, native to eastern North America, is unique as the sole temperate-adapted member of the custard apple family, related to tropical fruits like cherimoya and soursop. This fruit offers a distinctive banana-like taste with creamy, custard-textured flesh, high protein content, and an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. Cold hardy to zone 5, the pawpaw thrives in temperate regions, exhibiting tropical-like foliage that transitions to vivid yellow in autumn. Naturally resistant to pests and diseases, this small, slow-growing tree combines horticultural elegance with historical significance as a native staple.