Persimmon*
Persimmon
Diospyros virginiana
Type: Medium tree
Sun Needs: Full sun-part shade
Soil Moisture: Dry-Medium
Mature Size(ft): 35-60 x 25-35
Bloom Time: Fruit in Sept.
Growth Rate: Medium
Estimated size at delivery: 4-5
Container size: 3 gallon
Where It Works Well
• Pollinator and native perennial gardens
• Borders and prairies
• Naturalized meadows
Ecological benefits:
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and skippers
• Seeds eaten by finches and other songbirds
Other info:
Ornamental tree with edible food crop.Prune suckers for central leader. Male & female trees necessary for fruiting. It is not possible to determine the sex of the trees at this growth stage. It is recommended to get at least 3 to have the best odds of receiving both sexes (unless there are other persimmon trees in the vicinity).
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Pick up of pre-ordered plants will be Thursday October 2nd, and Friday October 3rd. Please add these dates to your calendar. An email with additional details will be sent closer to that date.
We guarantee a healthy specimen will be supplied at pick up. Due to variations in planting, site conditions and care, no guarantee or refunds will be given after tree pick up. Remember, you are investing in quality root stock vs vigorous above ground leafing or height. The provided estimated heights at delivery are not guaranteed.
Photos: Arbor Day Foundation and/or Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder