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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: China, Japan, Korea, Korea (South)

Introduced to: EU, Europe, North America, United States

Native

Introduced

Diospyros kakiDiospyros kaki

Japanese Persimmon

In Stock: 13.666 lb (Total:34.856lb)

Diospyros kaki

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12.21 lb

13.67 lb

9.86 lb WA

This is orchard seed and self pollinating.

Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

1,804

Quantity:

13.67 lb

Collected in:

China

Crop year:

2022

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1832539

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: China, Japan, Korea, Korea (South)

Introduced to: EU, Europe, North America, United States

Native

Introduced

Discover the enchanting Diospyros kaki, commonly known as Japanese Persimmon or Oriental Persimmon, a standout choice for any landscape enthusiast seeking both edible and aesthetic appeal. Native to Eastern Asia and universally admired, this deciduous tree boasts not only delicious fruit but also remarkable ornamental features. Its striking foliage transitions from a vibrant yellow-green in spring to a deep green in summer, culminates in a brilliant gold to red display come fall, and the lingering sweet fruits adorn the tree well after leaf drop, adding unique winter interest.

Ideal for USDA zones 7-10, with optimal growth in zones 8-10, Japanese Persimmon adapts well to a variety of soil types but thrives in moist, well-drained loams with a slightly acidic pH of 6.0 to 6.5, under full sun. The tree is drought tolerant, and with low maintenance needs, Diospyros kaki makes an attractive addition to naturalized, winter, or edible gardens, offering fragrant, if small, creamy-white flowers in spring.

Whether you're indulging in its rich harvest, or admiring its vibrant seasonal display, Japanese Persimmon enriches any space, serving beautifully in lawns, as an espalier, or even pruned into a striking hedge. With little concern for pests and diseases, and its divine etymology from Greek, this tree's dividends in delight are boundless.