Plant Profiles
Explore the plants we grow in our zone 6b urban forest garden.

Growing Guides
Resources for seed starting,
plant care, and planning.

Journal
Field notes, musings and recommendations. Coming soon!

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Growing Pawpaw from seed

Learn how to grow pawpaw trees from seed with this step-by-step guide. Discover tips on seed collection, stratification, germination, and transplanting for a healthy, thriving pawpaw (Asimina triloba) tree.

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Pawpaw

What is a pawpaw? Learn about this tropical-tasting native fruit, its history, flavour, and why pawpaws (Asimina triloba) are now growing in Nova Scotia gardens and farms.