American Persimmon – Diospyros virginiana Seeds | 15 Seeds | Hardy Native Fruit Tree | Edible & Wildlife Friendly

Grow a resilient native fruit tree with these 15 American Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) seeds. Known for its delicious late-season fruit, brilliant fall color, and adaptability, this hardy deciduous tree is ideal for home orchards, food forests, and wildlife-friendly landscapes.

American Persimmon matures 35–60 feet tall with a graceful oval to pyramidal form. Its distinctive gray to black bark becomes deeply blocky with attractive orange tones between the ridges. Glossy dark green leaves turn vibrant yellow to fiery red in autumn, creating stunning seasonal interest.

Fragrant white to greenish-yellow flowers bloom in late spring (May–June). This species is dioecious, meaning male and female flowers grow on separate trees. Female trees produce showy orange fruits up to 2 inches wide. The fruit is highly astringent when unripe but becomes exceptionally sweet once fully ripe—often after frost. Ripe persimmons are delicious fresh and widely used in pies, puddings, syrups, jellies, baked goods, and dried snacks.

American Persimmon is highly adaptable, tolerating drought, brief flooding, and a wide range of soils once established. It attracts birds and wildlife and is an excellent addition to habitat plantings. Plant multiple seeds to increase the likelihood of establishing both male and female trees for fruit production.

You will receive:
✔️ 15 American Persimmon seeds
✔️ Botanical name: Diospyros virginiana
✔️ Fresh, untreated seeds
✔️ Labeled seed packet with sowing instructions
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: American Persimmon
Botanical Name: Diospyros virginiana
Plant Type: Deciduous fruiting tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade (best fruiting in full sun)
Soil: Prefers deep, moist, slightly acidic, well-drained loam; adaptable
Watering: Dry to medium; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 35–60 feet
Spread: 25–35 feet
Growth Rate: Slow to medium
USDA Zones: 4–9
Container Friendly: Suitable for early growth only

💡 Care Tip:
Soak seeds for 24 hours. Cold stratify for 90 days at 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium. Sow 1 inch deep and keep evenly moist during germination. Because this species is dioecious, planting multiple seeds improves the chances of future fruiting.