We haven't heard of any research demonstrating an affinity for a certain planting season for pawpaw, and in our opinion they can be planted any time the ground is workable. (Not frozen, not too wet.) Planting as soon as possible would be ideal in order to allow the roots more time to establish before next winter, when root growth will again slow or pause due to the cold. Plus, in the ground, the roots are far more insulated/moderated than in a container when it concerns temperature swings and the speed at which the soil dries out. It's also easier than having to periodically fertilize plants when kept long-term in a pot, since some nutrients leach out of container soil faster than they would in the ground.

Miri

Thank you, Miri!

You're welcome!