The pawpaw is the largest edible fruit that is native to the United States. Pawpaws are indigenous to 26 states in the U.S.
The unique flavor of the fruit resembles a blend of various tropical flavors, including banana, pineapple, and mango. The flavor and custard-like texture make pawpaws a good substitute for bananas in almost any recipe. It has beautiful, maroon colored flowers in the spring, and the fruit ripens in late summer.
Height: 15-25 ft.
Zone 5
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade.
Grows as an understory tree in the wild.
Fertile, well-drained soil.  Will not tolerate water-logged soil.