
Diospyros virginiana
This medium sized tree produces edible fruit which may be consumed by humans and other mammalian fruit-eaters. Fruit are also enjoyed by birds. A ripe Persimmon will be sweet and has a similar texture to apricots or plums. American Persimmons are tolerant of many conditions, thriving in a variety of sunlight and soil types. It’s a rather slow growing tree. It’ll typically produce fruit between 7-15 years of age. You’ll need a male and female persimmon as they are dioecious, meaning a tree will be either have all male or female flowers (though, some cultivars are self fruiting, but seedless).
Sun Exposure
Full to Part Shade
Bloom Time
April to June
Soil Moisture
Medium to Dry
Plant Height
20-70 Feet
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