Overview

Embark on a rewarding gardening journey with our premium persimmon tree live plant. This young, well-rooted specimen offers the promise of homegrown, delicious fruit and ornamental beauty. Known for its vibrant foliage and the eventual production of sweet, plump, orange fruits, the persimmon tree is a fantastic addition to any garden, orchard, or even a large container. Our persimmon tree live plant is shipped in a winter dormant state, ensuring it’s ready to thrive once planted and awakened by the warmth of spring. This hardy fruit tree is an excellent choice for those looking to add a unique and productive element to their landscape.

The persimmon (Diospyros kaki) is a deciduous tree celebrated for its striking autumn colors and delectable fruit. Often referred to as the ‘Fruit of the Gods,’ persimmons are rich in vitamins and antioxidants. This particular variety is selected for its sweetness and robust growth, making it a favorite among home gardeners. Growing a persimmon tree live plant allows you to enjoy fresh, organic fruit right from your backyard, providing a sustainable and satisfying harvest.

Key Benefits

Adding a persimmon tree to your property offers a multitude of advantages, from its aesthetic appeal to its bountiful harvest. Our persimmon tree live plant provides a unique blend of ornamental value and practical benefits, enhancing your outdoor space in several ways:

• Delicious Homegrown Fruit: Enjoy the unparalleled taste of fresh, sweet, and plump orange persimmons directly from your own tree. These fruits are perfect for eating fresh, baking, or preserving.
• Stunning Ornamental Value: Beyond its fruit, the persimmon tree offers beautiful foliage that transitions from lush green in summer to brilliant shades of orange and red in autumn, providing year-round visual interest.
• Hardy and Adaptable: This robust hardy fruit tree is well-suited for a range of climates, thriving in USDA Zones 7-10, making it a reliable choice for many gardeners.
• Versatile Planting Options: Whether you have a spacious garden, an orchard, or even just a patio, this tree can be grown directly in the ground or in a large container, offering flexibility for various outdoor settings.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, the persimmon tree is relatively easy to care for, requiring minimal attention beyond basic watering and occasional fertilization, making it ideal for both experienced and novice gardeners.
• Winter Dormancy: Shipped in a dormant state, the plant is well-prepared for transplanting and will awaken with vigor in the spring, establishing strong roots for future growth.
• Promotes Local Ecosystem: Attracts beneficial pollinators and provides shade, contributing positively to your local environment and creating a vibrant garden space.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Ensuring the success of your persimmon tree live plant involves understanding its specific needs for sunlight, water, and soil. This resilient fruit tree, particularly a sweet persimmon tree, can thrive with proper care, leading to years of beautiful foliage and delicious fruit. Planting your tree in the right location is crucial. Choose a spot that receives full sun exposure, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Good air circulation is also important to prevent fungal issues. When planting, dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface. Backfill with native soil, gently tamping down to remove air pockets.

Watering is key, especially during the first year of establishment. Provide moderate watering, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. Deep watering encourages strong root development. Once established, persimmon trees are relatively drought-tolerant but will benefit from irrigation during dry spells. The ideal soil for a growing persimmon tree is well-drained and slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0-7.0). Amend heavy clay soils with organic matter to improve drainage. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer, following product instructions to avoid over-fertilization. Protect young trees from extreme winter conditions in the lower end of their hardiness zone by mulching around the base. Pruning can be done in late winter while the tree is dormant to shape the tree, remove dead or diseased branches, and encourage fruit production.

Size & Details

This offering is for one persimmon tree live plant, which arrives well-rooted and in a healthy, winter dormant state. Each tree measures approximately 6-12 inches in height from the base of the root system to the tip of the plant. This size is ideal for transplanting and allows the tree to quickly establish itself in its new environment. While young, these trees have the potential to grow into mature specimens, typically reaching 15-20 feet tall with a similar spread, though size can be managed with proper pruning. The tree’s growth rate is moderate, and you can expect fruit production to begin within 3-5 years after planting, depending on growing conditions and care. It’s important to note that the plant is shipped without leaves during its dormant period, which is a natural and healthy state for a deciduous fruit tree.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this persimmon tree live plant get? A: This young plant is 6-12 inches tall upon arrival. With proper care, a mature sweet persimmon tree can typically grow to a height of 15-20 feet with a similar spread, though its size can be managed through regular pruning.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: This is a hardy fruit tree intended for outdoor planting. It thrives in USDA Zones 7-10 and requires full sun exposure to produce fruit and maintain health.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: A persimmon tree live plant requires full sun, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Adequate sunlight is crucial for fruit development and overall tree vigor.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Once established, persimmon trees are relatively low-maintenance. They require moderate watering, well-draining soil, and occasional fertilization. They are a good choice for gardeners looking for a rewarding fruit tree that isn’t overly demanding.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your persimmon tree live plant will arrive well-rooted and in a winter dormant state, meaning it will likely have no leaves. This is natural for deciduous trees and ensures a healthy transplant.
• Q: When is the best time to plant a persimmon tree? A: The best time for growing persimmon tree is in early spring after the last frost, or in the fall before the ground freezes, allowing the roots to establish before extreme temperatures.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: This hardy fruit tree is suitable for USDA Zones 7-10. If you are in these zones, it should survive winter without special protection once established. For zone 7, some winter protection for very young trees might be beneficial.
• Q: What kind of soil does a persimmon tree prefer? A: Persimmon trees prefer well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. If your soil is heavy clay, amending it with organic matter will greatly benefit the tree.
• Q: How long until it starts producing fruit? A: You can typically expect your persimmon tree live plant to begin producing fruit within 3-5 years after planting, with yields increasing as the tree matures.
• Q: Can I grow this sweet persimmon tree in a container? A: Yes, a persimmon tree can be grown in a large container, especially in cooler zones where it can be moved indoors during winter. Ensure the container is large enough to accommodate root growth and has excellent drainage.