Asimina triloba 'Prolific' - 40-60 CM C2 WHIP

Description
The Pawpaw 'Prolific' (Asimina triloba) produces yellow fruits. They have a sweet flavour. Well-drained, nutrient-rich, undemanding soil and a semi-shady location create the ideal conditions for a high-yielding harvest from September. Its red flowers are a beautiful sight. With its pyramidal growth, the Pawpaw 'Prolific' grows to a height of around 5 metres, making it ideal for growing in pots on balconies or terraces.

Bulletpoints
* sweet flavour * attractive yellow autumn colouring * suitable for growing in pots

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Pawpaw 'Prolific' are green, lanceolate. They are about 15 - 20 cm tall. Pawpaw 'Prolific' turns bright yellow in autumn.

Frost hardiness
The Pawpaw 'Prolific' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Pawpaw 'Prolific' is a pyramidal small tree that can reach a height of 3 - 5 metres. Slow growing.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Pruning
No pruning is necessary for this plant.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
No special requirements Standard container plant soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
Asimina triloba 'Prolific' forms red flowers from April.

Fruit
Asimina triloba 'Prolific' forms yellow fruits.

Use
Solitary, tub