Bring a touch of native North America to your garden with the American Persimmon Tree. Known for its beautiful foliage, fragrant flowers, and richly flavored orange fruits, this tree is both ornamental and productive. The fruits ripen in late autumn, offering a sweet, honey-like taste once fully matured.

The American Persimmon is hardy, adaptable, and tolerant of a variety of soils, making it a favorite among gardeners looking for a low-maintenance, long-lived fruit tree. Excellent for fresh eating, drying, or baking, these fruits are also loved by birds and pollinators.

Features

• 🌳 Native North American Fruit Tree: Naturally suited to diverse climates.
• 🍊 Delicious, Sweet Fruits: Golden-orange fruits perfect for desserts or snacks.
• 🌿 Attractive & Hardy: Tolerates cold, drought, and variable soil conditions.
• 🐝 Pollinator-Friendly: Produces small, fragrant white flowers.
• 🌱 Non-GMO Seeds: Pure and untreated for natural growing.
• 🪴 Ornamental Appeal: Glossy leaves turn vibrant orange and red in fall.

Specifications

• Common Name: American Persimmon Tree
• Scientific Name: Diospyros virginiana
• Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
• Zones: USDA 4–9
• Growth Habit: Upright spreading
• Height: 30–50 feet (mature)
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Loamy, well-drained soil
• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
• Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Temperature Range: -20°F to 90°F (-29°C to 32°C)
• Days to Germination: 30–60 days (after stratification)
• Maturity: 5–7 years to fruiting from seed
• Bloom Time: Late spring
• Fruit: Round, orange to amber fruits, 1–2 inches diameter
• Pollination: Usually dioecious; plant multiple trees for best fruit set
• GMO Status: 100% Non-GMO
• Harvest Season: Late fall
• Uses: Fresh fruit, baked goods, preserves, wildlife attraction

Planting Guide

• Stratify Seeds: Store in moist sand or peat moss in the refrigerator for 60–90 days.
• Sow Indoors: After stratification, plant seeds ½ inch deep in seed-starting mix.
• Temperature: Maintain 70–80°F for germination.
• Light: Place in bright, indirect sunlight.
• Transplant: Move outdoors once seedlings are 6–8 inches tall and frost danger has passed.
• Spacing: 20–25 feet apart in well-drained soil.
• Watering: Water regularly until established; reduce as tree matures.
• Mulching: Apply organic mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
• Fertilization: Use balanced fertilizer in early spring for young trees.
• Harvest: Pick fruit after frost when it softens and turns deep orange for best flavor.

Care Tips

• Plant both male and female trees for reliable fruiting.
• Prune annually in winter to maintain shape and airflow.
• Protect young trees from deer and rodents.
• Avoid transplanting once established—persimmon roots are deep and sensitive.
• Use ripe fruit for baking, drying, or smoothies for a natural sweet flavor.