American Persimmon
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Orders placed now are for bare root trees and will be shipped this spring. Orders will ship during the month of April. Minimum order total of $65 applies. Orders over $99 ship free
American persimmons are one of the most attractive trees you can plant for wildlife. They are a native fruit tree found across the Eastern US and Midwest that bear a golf ball sized fleshy fruit that is highly sought after by many animals. Deer absolutely love persimmons and will usually visit trees every day while dropping to mop up what has fallen that day. These tangy fruits are like candy for deer and many other kinds of wildlife. They provide an excellent food source and a very high level of attraction to draw deer in from all around. Does well in many different soil types, well drained, wet soils, sandy, clay, marginal areas, etc. As a wild tree they are easy to grow and very disease and pest resistant.
Drop time: Oct-Nov
Years till production: 6-8
Growing zones: 5-9
Soil type: Adapts well to most soils
pH: 5.5-7.0
Sun: Full sun
Pollination: Needs at least 2 trees for pollination
Size when shipped: 18-36in
Shipping: Shipped 1-3 day Shipping. See top of page or FAQ page for shipping dates.