Persimmon

30 to 70 feet. The Persimmon tree, scientific name Diospyros virginiana for the American Persimmon, means “fruit of the gods” and is a reference to… Read More »How Big Do Persimmon Trees Get?

‘Hachiya’ grows best in zones 7, 8 and 9 and into zone 10. It develops into a small, spreading tree, no more than 12 feet… Read More »How Tall Does A Hachiya Persimmon Tree Get?

Persimmon trees live 50 to 75 years, and usually take five years to reach bearing age. Your tree is still a baby. What is the… Read More »How Long Do Hachiya Persimmon Trees Live?

Fuyu is self-pollinating – meaning they do not need another tree for cross pollination. However, having another persimmon tree nearby will increase the fruit load… Read More »Does Fuyu Persimmon Need Pollinator?

Tanenashi persimmon: Tanenashi persimmons are an astringent, seedless variety. In fact, tanenashi translates to “seedless.” Tanenashi persimmons are a common variety in the southeastern US.… Read More »Which Persimmons Are Seedless?

Maru is an astringent persimmon when firm and very sweet when soft, often referrd to as a Chocolate persimmon. In October the fruit ripens to… Read More »What Is Maru Persimmon?

Persimmon trees are eminently suited for training to small size. How much space does a persimmon tree need? Persimmon has a long taproot, which can… Read More »Can You Keep A Persimmon Tree Small?

Persimmon trees are easy to grow and aren’t bothered by pests or disease. Assuming your persimmon tree is hardy in your growing zone and has… Read More »How Long Do Persimmon Trees Live?

The unripe fruits of “Persimmon”, Diospyros virginiana, are hard and green, slowly ripening to a beautifully frosted pink-orange. Before they are ripe, the fruits are… Read More »Which Persimmons Are Bitter?

“Leaf Spot Another disease that infects common persimmon is leaf spot. Leaf spot, or anthracnose, is caused by the fungus colletotrichum. Although not deadly to… Read More »What Causes Brown Spots On Persimmon Leaves?