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Asimina triloba – Paw Paw

$15.00

Easily grown in average, medium to wet, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Prefers moist, acidic, fertile soils. Will grow in shade but becomes leggy.

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Weight 1 lbs
Dimensions 4 × 4 × 4 in
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