Diospyros kaki

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Japanese or Oriental Persimmon

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Gordon Courtright

 

Description

This medium-sized tree will grow 15'-30' tall and has bright green summer leaves, orange red fall foliage, with white spring blooms, and orange fruit that persists on deciduous winter branches. It will do best in full sun, slightly acidic well draining soil. It does best with medium amount of watering as you will get more fruit.

 

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Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Bronze, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

Brown

 

Fruit Color

Orange

 

Fruit Season

Winter

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.