• Native to Van Buren County
• Origin of the name of the town of Paw Paw
• Requires cross-pollination
• Natively grow in lowlands and riparian areas
• Deep purple flowers appear before leaves
• Large fruits often called “custard apples”
• Seedling height: 12″-18″

Height: 15ft-30ft
Spread: 15ft-30ft
Water Needs: Medium to Wet
Soil Needs: Sand, Loam
Growth Rate: Medium