Halvin Pawpaw
Halvin: King of the Wild
Arguably the best “wild” pawpaw on the market, Halvin combines great texture and fruit size with excellent flavor and some of the best cold-hardiness and resilience among pawpaws.
Price range: $54.99 through $124.99
Halvin: King of the Wild
Another excellent pawpaw found in the wilds of southeastern Iowa by Tyler & Danae Halvin, “Halvin” is a highly sought-after variety of pawpaw. Considered to bear the largest fruits of any wild pawpaws known, they remarkably contain no bitter aftertaste and have a low seed-to-fruit ratio. The fruits also tend to grow as singles or in cluster of 2-3, making them easier to manage and harvest.
The flavor of “Halvin”, while being the typical sweet pineapple/banana/mango flavor, it is a bit more mellow and smooth than other cultivars which can be especially nice for those wanting to enjoy pawpaw but without all the intensity. Texture is creamy and dense.
The tree itself is vigorous in growth and is considered to be more cold-hardy and resilient in harsher climates. Fruits ripen early (August- September)
*Not to be confused with “Halvin’s Sidewinder” which is another selection by Halvin.*
Key Features of Halvin Pawpaw:
- Wild selection from southeastern Iowa
- Considered largest fruit of all wild pawpaws
- Contains no bitter aftertaste, unlike most wild pawpaws
- Low seed-to-pulp ratio
- Fruits grow as singles or clusters of 2-3 fruits
- Creamy, dense texture
- Mellow, smooth sweet flavor
- Pineapple/banana/mango flavor profile
- Vigorous growth habit
- Especially cold-hardy and resilient in harsher climates
- Early ripening
- Recommended for Norther Growers
USDA Zones: 5-8
Spacing: 8-10 foot centers (Requires closer spacing for better pollination.)
Pollination Requirements: Pawpaws require more than 1 cultivar for cross-pollination (This means you need at least two trees with different names. We recommend planting 3 to ensure excellent pollination.)
Grown & Shipped In: 4x4x9 tree pots with advanced root systems
Shipping Season: Spring (dormant) & Autumn (not dormant) – Subject to tree availability
Beautiful Beginnings Pawpaws have highly-developed and extensive root systems that set your tree up for success from the very beginning by helping it to anchor well and grow vigorously with proper care. Trees are also grown and shipped in a way to help them handle transplant stress better and to be able to uptake nutrients more effectively.
