Tag: pawpaw

You might know the pawpaw tree for its delicious yellow fruit, but did you know that this tree has a long and interesting history? Nature Interpreters Corinne and Caroline delve into the wild history of Ohio’s state fruit.

When you think fall in Ohio, you probably think about leaves falling, carving pumpkins and having backyard bonfires. But there’s another Ohio fall tradition that’s a little lesser-known – and harder to find – pawpaws!

Join us on our Facebook page every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. for a live video with Great Parks staff. Nature Interpreter Tom is pursuing pawpaws at Sharon Woods. Follow Tom and special guest Chris Anderson from Science Around Cincy as they share more about Ohio’s state fruit in today’s video.

Join us on our Facebook page Mondays through Fridays at 10 a.m. for a live video with Great Parks staff. Nature Interpreter Eric is at Parky’s Farm pickin’ up pawpaws and putting them in his pocket. Learn more about Ohio’s state fruit in this fun video.

We’re giving you some fun coloring activities! Here, you’ll find a fun coloring sheet featuring common Ohio trees.

We’re giving you some fun coloring activities! Here, you’ll find a fun coloring sheet featuring the ABCs of Ohio’s native flora and fauna.

    Native to Ohio and found along shady hillsides, the pawpaw tree (Asimina triloba) will soon begin producing its highly sought-after fruit. The pawpaw fruit is unique, as it’s one of the only large native fruits in the Midwest, and can often be found in great abundance ­– if one knows where to search. […]

September brings signs of crisp mornings, falling leaves and ripe pawpaw fruits. If you aren’t familiar with the pawpaw, it is a true miracle fruit.