{"title":"Potted Trees For Sale","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"pawpaw-potted","title":"Pawpaw - Potted","description":"\u003cp\u003eWE DO \u003cstrong\u003eNOT\u003c\/strong\u003e SHIP POTTED PLANTS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotted \u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003epawpaws are available for \u003cstrong\u003e**PICKUP ONLY** \u003c\/strong\u003ein May-June\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ein Champaign, IL or Spring Green, WI\u003c\/span\u003e for late summer planting (select location at check out). We will contact you once your trees are ready to schedule a pickup time\u003cspan\u003e. Pawpaw will not be available for pickup in Columbus Junction IA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePawpaw (\u003cem\u003eAsimina triloba\u003c\/em\u003e) has a 4 – 6 inch long tropical-looking fruit with a rich banana\/mango flavor. Indeed, the pawpaw is the only temperate species in the \u003cem\u003eAnnonaceae\u003c\/em\u003e family. Read more information and download the Savanna Institute Pawpaw Growers Guide \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.savannainstitute.org\/pawpaw\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg\u003eSeed Source\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe source our seed each fall from a range of the best pawpaw trees from Red Fern Farm and Jerry Lehman's orchard.  This ensures that the seedling trees you buy have the highest chance of producing high yields of top-notch fruit. The seed from Red Fern Farm are open pollinated with grafted varieties such as ‘NC1’, ‘Pennsylvania Golden’, ‘Taytwo’, ‘Prolific’, ‘Shenandoah’, ‘Susquehanna’ and ‘Overlease’ as their mother tree. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note\u003c\/strong\u003e, that the trees we sell are seedlings from known mothers, not specific cultivars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen small, these trees are fragile and require a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/canopyfm.com\/nursery\/tree-shelters-stakes\/\"\u003e2′ tree tube\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eestablish.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two trees are needed for cross-pollination\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotted plants must be ordered in \u003cspan\u003emultiples of 12\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e Potted plants are grown in 4″x4″ square pots that are 9.5″ tall, specifically selected to develop a strong root system on the plants. Our plants are 12-36\" Tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWill it thrive?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuited for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Plant Hardiness Zones on Canopy Compass\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUSDA Plant Hardiness Zones\u003c\/a\u003e: 5b-8b (experimental up to 5a)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStop!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Before you buy these pawpaw....are you sure they will thrive in your soil and climate? To be sure, you should prepare a Compass Report for your farm at \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canopycompass.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanopyCompass.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.canopycompass.com\/map?layer=pawpaw\" title=\"Pawpaw Suitability on Canopy Compass\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0876\/3447\/7365\/files\/pawpaw.png?v=1729089744\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.canopycompass.com\/map?layer=pawpaw\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA basic guide to planting potted trees:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePotted trees can be planted anytime the ground is thawed. Potted trees must be planted early enough so roots can grow into the surrounding, undisturbed soil and become anchored before the ground freezes. If planted too late, frost action may heave the tree from the ground. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo avoid this, plant by early October. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite Selection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost fruit and nut trees require moist, well-drained soil. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChestnuts require slightly acidic soil but will tolerate dryer, sandier soil than many other trees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersimmons, pawpaws, and pecans will tolerate much wider soil conditions (including periodic flooding) than most trees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost of these trees will do well with a 20 x 20-foot spacing initially but may need to be thinned to 20 x 40 feet or 40 x 40 feet after 20 years. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePapaws are small trees, and a 10 x 10 foot or even 10x 20 foot spacing may be better for them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo Plant \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater the tree pots thoroughly. If the soil in the pot is very dry (the tree and pot feel light), soak them in 2 - 6 inches of water until the soil at the top of the pot is moist. Remove them from the water and allow them to drain one hour before planting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDig a hole the same depth as the depth of the soil in the pot, no deeper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurn the pot upside down and shake the pot (don’t squeeze). The goal is for the tree, roots, and dirt to slide out of the pot as one \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emass. Catch it in your hand as it comes out. Be careful not to let the soil fall away from the roots (pre-watering will help).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the root mass in the hole and hold it upright with one hand while you backfill around it with the other. Use only the native \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esoil at the planting site. Avoid mixing in fertilizer, compost, or other additives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirm the soil around the tree roots to exclude air pockets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cimg height=\"164\" width=\"148\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXd1xXXBsABxC76k6IcJusV0DsqAq9F7hOLcD9AjM5OBWAZQTgVkbmtC5tT3tH8ow_AMC2GnfX8RrHJtHQh8hvpOhSTAW4XWjEAux2hWEAHg0EVSWYLoWwxKmzBTUzj0nECbuDngXYIDpOsWjEPeSW5XdzGh?key=w0ABGXzFPBYMsGAjXLlLwQ\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"156\" width=\"135\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXdRtNgij3zF_rutt5xKZRhGu7uCW1AcQBS64Jkl-johaMqZXLBcxBFedeUoXplnYoPGoxnYVL8fusRBcq7kokStJFYfi4teqH8zsJYVjKEOdXJtvQTQHsdKyUufEs0jEutC9yS3Cje_0CL13v6NLRTnFvw?key=w0ABGXzFPBYMsGAjXLlLwQ\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"141\" width=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXeaT7VDv8pvuI6VmrZUwTEnkeMoou6rlAzvfQS6uXDR7rwBozLRQWOn7uBRmpFiT_vmGjeBFYLZLJEqCN_XKGV6ZwMd9CypDZI8-ZcU_JQaJlTIlDt4rP4H8nC5VGfPH9Oct8PoGdutEy-gk6Kr1ZUyx5ZC?key=w0ABGXzFPBYMsGAjXLlLwQ\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"156\" width=\"156\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXefxr4Jet8Ru0Gu5DEIxOffejLhS34xdOSEOAXwHUrtAbTLqbGRFMaSJn4atI6hw25voJ50qzHjRG5j8EhfzfNVdJIONAj2EPqFZaY4nemWpFmu6eLSWda_MTJUbngHnahVC8mzhHe3GOPzF5qInTz-8qY?key=w0ABGXzFPBYMsGAjXLlLwQ\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"135\" width=\"141\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXcmuDeq3865wPngD4pC2VxUz5tadybRy7YYzSjbaZTDpYEIUvErzGDhhQ20GF8wwnVsFawWqUk0tTwE7bmv_jJ2ul2MnuS8OwXcKOOo7_PwjjIiS1Nv-K5D_6YcEinLnOxzQQ9perNkuMS5oBdCAW37m8gn?key=w0ABGXzFPBYMsGAjXLlLwQ\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWATER! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater right after planting and when the soil feels dry 3 - 4 inches below the surface. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproper or inadequate maintenance is the #1 reason for tree planting failure. Trees must be protected from clumsy feet, mowers, deer, rabbits, and weed competition, especially grasses. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe best combination is a tree shelter with a weed mat, such as landscape cloth around the tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"2\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA  layer of wood chips or mulch over the weed mat may also be beneficial.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompetent pesticide applications can substitute herbicides for mulch. If using herbicide, consulting a licensed professional is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMowing by itself is not enough for weed control. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use solid\/unvented tree shelters. Appropriate tree shelters can be purchased from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.canopynursery.com\/collections\/all\" title=\"Canopy Nursery\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCanopy Nursery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning! Sun Scald\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur potted trees are grown under shade cloth. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a result, they can get sun scald (sunburn) very quickly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree shelters\/ tubes\/protectors provide them with the perfect amount of filtered light. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not leave your tree in direct sun for more than 30 minutes between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm during bright summer days. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey can be acclimated to direct sun by exposure to morning and \/or afternoon sunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe recognize these factors may be overwhelming, but we are here to offer support and assistance on your tree-planting journey! Please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/john-canopyfm\/30min\" title=\"Talk to a tree expert\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eschedule a call\u003c\/a\u003e if any of these instructions need clarification or if you have any questions or concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Canopy Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49958658539829,"sku":"","price":17.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0876\/3447\/7365\/files\/PIXNIO-15286-358x544-1.jpg?v=1724746704"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.canopynursery.com\/collections\/potted-trees-for-sale.oembed","provider":"Canopy Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}