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Pawpaws
Allegheny Pawpaw
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Allegheny is another release from Neal Peterson's influential breeding program, part of the same multi-decade evaluation effort that also produced Shenandoah and Susquehanna, reflecting the sheer scale of Peterson's work — he is estimated to have grown and tasted many thousands of seedling pawpaws before selecting the small handful that carry his program's named releases today.
Submitted by @system · 10 days ago
Counts toward the overall Top Tier Fruit list — every category's votes are compared the same way.
Growing & Care
Hardiness zone
USDA Zones 5-8
Chill hours
~400 hours
Pollination
Needs a genetically different pawpaw variety nearby.
Care info
Part of the same modern breeding effort that produced Shenandoah and Susquehanna.
Recommendations
A strong choice alongside the other Peterson cultivars for a flavor-focused pawpaw planting.
Flavor Profile
Rich, well-balanced tropical flavor, well regarded among pawpaw enthusiasts
Quick facts
Skin color
Green
Size
Medium to large
Hardiness zone
USDA Zones 5-8
Chill hours
400