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KSU Chappell Pawpaw (Asimina triloba)
KSU Chappell is the latest pawpaw introduction from Kentucky State University and is considered one of the fastest-growing and most productive varieties available. It bears similarities to the popular Shenandoah variety, producing extra-large, sweet fruits with a mild banana-pineapple flavor. The fruit contains a few medium-sized seeds and is known for its high yields and vigorous growth.
Plant Characteristics
- Hardiness Zones: 5-9
- Size & Spacing: Medium-sized fruit; space 10-15′ apart
- Pollination: Not self-fertile requires another pawpaw variety for fruit set
- Pest Resistance: Excellent
- Disease Resistance: Excellent
- Drought Tolerance: Good
- Heat Tolerance: Very Good
- Humidity Tolerance: Very Good
- Sun Tolerance: Very Good
- Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair
- Shade Tolerance: Good
- No Spray: Excellent
- Salt Tolerance: Fair
- Fresh for Kids: Excellent
- Deer Resistance: Good
- Thorns: No
- Plant Type: Tree
- Soil Type: Adaptable
- Edible Type: Fruit
This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.
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