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Japanese Persimmon

Japanese Persimmon

Diospyros kaki

tree☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate water Hardy: Zone 7aZone 10b

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Japanese persimmon is a deciduous fruit tree prized for its sweet, orange fruits that ripen in fall. It grows moderately to reach 25–40 feet tall and produces ornamental foliage that turns vibrant colors before leaf drop.

Overview

Form
Rounded
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
25–40′ tall × 25–35′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Family
Ebenaceae

Native Range

China and Japan

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Harvest Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringFall

Companion Planting

Plants well with