Pawpaw Varietals

Below is a list of all known varietals for Pawpaw. Click on a varietal name to view more detailed information.

Varietal Name	Description	Soil Texture	pH Range	Organic Matter	Salinity Level	Hardiness Zone	Humidity	Water (in/wk)
Allegheny	A variety with rich flavor, creamy smooth texture, and fewer seeds, making it great for fresh eating.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate	1 - 2
Common Pawpaw	The wild species (Asimina triloba) found throughout eastern North America, known for its banana-custard flavor.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate	1 - 2
Mango	A vigorous-growing cultivar with large fruit that has a distinct tropical mango flavor in addition to the traditional banana-custard taste.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	7A	Moderate	1 - 2
Overleese	A heavy-producing cultivar known for its large fruit with a sweet taste and few seeds.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	7A	Moderate	1 - 2
Shenandoah	A cultivar known for its rich, sweet flavor and a hint of citrus. The fruit is on the smaller side.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate	1 - 2
Sunflower	A self-fertile variety that produces medium-sized fruit with few seeds and a firm texture. It is excellent for baking and canning.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	7A	Moderate	1 - 2
Susquehanna	A late-ripening variety that bears the largest-sized fruit, sometimes weighing over a pound, with very few seeds.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate	1 - 2