2 American Persimmon Trees Diospyros virginiana 10-12 Inch Bare Root

The American Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) is a native North American fruit tree valued for its sweet, flavorful fruit and attractive, adaptable growth habit. This deciduous tree produces small, orange to purple fruits that ripen in fall and are enjoyed fresh or used in baking, jams, and preserves. American Persimmon is also a host plant for several butterfly species and provides wildlife habitat, making it a great choice for edible landscapes, native plant gardens, and permaculture plantings.

These bare root plants are 10-12 inches tall and are ready to establish in Zones 4-9. With proper care, they will grow into productive trees that offer both beauty and harvest for years to come.

Plant Features

• Native North American fruit tree
• Produces sweet, edible fruit in fall
• Attracts pollinators and wildlife
• Adaptable to a range of soil types
• Deciduous foliage with good fall color

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Diospyros virginiana
• Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types
• Water Requirements: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
• Growth Habit: Upright, spreading canopy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer
• Mature Height: 30-50 feet (may vary by conditions)
• Spacing: 20-30 feet apart for multiple trees

Planting & Care

Plant bare root American Persimmon trees in early spring or late fall while they are dormant. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Dig a hole wide enough to accommodate the roots spread out, place the tree at the same depth it grew in the nursery, and backfill with soil. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the first growing season. Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, but keep mulch away from the trunk.

Once established, American Persimmon is relatively low-maintenance. Prune as needed to shape the tree and remove dead or crossing branches. Fertilize lightly in early spring if growth is weak. These trees are generally pest and disease resistant and can live for many decades.

What's Included

2 American Persimmon bare root plants, each 10-12 inches tall.