fruit tree variety in zone 7a
NC-1 pawpaw in zone 7a
NC-1 · Asimina triloba
- Zone
- 7a 0°F to 5°F
- Growing season
- 210 days
- Chill needed
- 400 to 500 below 45°F
- Days to harvest
- 150 to 180
The verdict
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About NC-1
Sweet, mild banana-mango flavor; cold-hardy selection from northern stock. Reliable in zone 5.
Critical timing for zone 7a
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Common challenges in zone 7a
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Brown rot
- ▸ Fire blight
- ▸ High humidity disease pressure
Modified care for zone 7a
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NC-1 in adjacent zones
Other pawpaw varieties for zone 7a
- Shenandoah
Mild tropical flavor, less of the funky aftertaste some pawpaws have; smooth custard texture, low seed count. …
- Sunflower
Custard texture, tropical mango-banana flavor; eat fresh with a spoon, or freeze pulp for smoothies and baking…
- Susquehanna
Rich, complex flavor with vanilla-pear notes; large fruit, low seed count. Considered one of the best-tasting …
Frequently asked questions
- Will NC-1 pawpaw grow in zone 7a?
Yes. NC-1 is recommended for USDA zones 5a through 7a, which includes zone 7a.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 7a?
Pawpaw needs 400 to 500 chill hours. Zone 7a typically meets this range; check local microclimate against historical chill totals to confirm.
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