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Pawpaws
Wells Pawpaw
✓ VerifiedUnited States (named selection)
Wells was collected from the wild in Salem, Indiana, by a grower named David Wells. It remains a widely available older cultivar carried by several specialty nurseries and was included among the ten cultivars evaluated in a long-term multi-site Missouri performance trial.
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Growing & Care
Hardiness zone
USDA Zones 5-8
Chill hours
~400 hours
Pollination
Needs a genetically distinct pollinator variety planted nearby; does not reliably self-pollinate.
Care info
Moderately vigorous and productive; young trees benefit from some shade protection before transitioning to full sun tolerance as they mature.
Recommendations
A worthwhile named selection for pawpaw enthusiasts building out a collection beyond the most commonly available commercial varieties.
Flavor Profile
Rich and custardy with classic pawpaw flavor
Quick facts
Skin color
Green to yellow-green
Size
Medium to large
Hardiness zone
USDA Zones 5-8
Chill hours
400