Custard Apple 'Levfiv'

Peterson selection. Large fruits with extremely few seeds. Sweet with a strong pawpaw flavour.

Fortunately, this fruit tree from North America and Canada, which is quite hardy here, is becoming increasingly known and popular. The taste of the elongated, yellow-green fruits is truly exotic, leaning towards banana, mango, and pineapple, and they are full of vitamins. So healthy that there are serious indications of cancer prevention. At least 2 plants are needed for cross-pollination. Young plants prefer shade and need some extra winter protection; later, full sun is also fine, and they can withstand a harsh winter. Eventually growing to 2-5 m, pruning is recommended to prevent even taller growth! The tree's structure is slightly taller than wide, so in the long run, a tree circle of 3-4 meters is advisable. Maintain a minimum distance of 4 m between two trees. The first fruits can be expected after about 4 years, preceded in spring by strangely scented, white to reddish-brown flowers. They do not appreciate sea wind, but slightly acidic soil (on clay soil, ensure plenty of humus) and a mulch layer are much appreciated by the trees. No diseases are yet known in our climate, but there is not much experience yet.

Names:
Latin: Asimina triloba
Dutch: Roomappel
Also: Pawpaw or Prairiebanaan
English: Indiana Banana / Poor Man's Banana