Wells Pawpaw

Click for Pawpaw Care Guide Asimina triloba ‘Wells’ — Wells Pawpaw Wells Pawpaw was collected from the wild in Salem, Indiana by David Wells in 1990, and later developed/trialed for cultivation. The fruit ripens in mid to late September, producing medium‑sized fruit (~105 g each). It is hardy in USDA Zones 5–8. Space trees in roughly 10‑ft circles for best growth and pollination.  Plant Characteristics Pest Resistance: Excellent Disease Resistance: Excellent Drought Tolerance: Good Heat Tolerance: Excellent Humidity Tolerance: Excellent Sun Tolerance: Excellent Wet Soil Tolerance: Good Shade Tolerance: Very Good No‑Spray Suitability: Excellent Salt Tolerance: Poor Fresh‑for‑Kids / Edible Quality: Excellent Deer Resistance: Good Thorns: No Plant Type: Tree Soil Type: Adaptable Edible Type: Fruit Self‑Fertile: No — cross‑pollination with a different pawpaw cultivar is recommended for reliable fruit set. This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and observat