Pawpaw (asimina triloba) in New Zealand

By James

The American Pawpaw is a cold hardy fruit native to North America. It is perhaps one of the most cold tolerant tropical-tasting fruits around. Flavour varies fruit to fruit but it generally tastes somewhere between…

Papaya in New Zealand

By James

Plants in New Zealand are capable of being highly productive and producing sweet, delicious fruits under the right conditions. They can be planted in the ground where drainage is perfect and there is full-sun, with…

Growing Jackfruit in New Zealand

By James

Jackfruit has been successfully fruited in the North Island by numerous people. The trees thrive in a frost-free, full sun and excellent free-draining soil. In the absence of all these conditions, plants should instead be…

Starfruit in New Zealand

By James

Despite its very tropical looks, it is a plant that is well-adapted to growing in subtropical climates. Aside from frost protection, excellent draining potting mix or soil is the key to them thriving in the…