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I started paw paw trees from seed from 1 fruit and I am ready to plant the seeslings in the ground to a permanent location. From what I read, you need...
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Genetically different paw paw seeds #865034
Asked April 18, 2024, 6:21 PM EDT
I started paw paw trees from seed from 1 fruit and I am ready to plant the seeslings in the ground to a permanent location. From what I read, you need at least 2 genetically different trees to produce fruit. My question is will the seeds from one paw paw fruit produce genetically different trees? Meaning should I plant my seedlings near eachother or should I look for another source for a seedling to plant with mine?
Montgomery County Maryland
Expert Response
The seeds in one fruit will almost certainly have unique genes, and so should be compatible with each other.
Though an unrelated tree might be better for pollen diversity, it's probably not necessary to source another tree.
Christine
Though an unrelated tree might be better for pollen diversity, it's probably not necessary to source another tree.
Christine
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