{"product_id":"american-persimmon-diospyros-virginiana-seeds-5-seeds-hardy-native-fruit-tree-edible-wildlife-friendly","title":"American Persimmon – Diospyros virginiana Seeds | 5 Seeds | Hardy Native Fruit Tree | Edible \u0026 Wildlife Friendly","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"449\"\u003eGrow a classic North American native fruit tree with these 5 American Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) seeds. Known for its delicious fall fruit, striking autumn color, and exceptional adaptability, this hardy deciduous tree is perfect for home orchards, food forests, and wildlife-friendly landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"793\"\u003eAmerican Persimmon typically matures 35–60 feet tall but is often smaller in cultivated settings. It develops an attractive oval to pyramidal form with uniquely blocky gray-black bark highlighted by orange tones in the fissures. Glossy dark green leaves turn brilliant shades of yellow to deep red in fall, adding vibrant seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003eFragrant 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 in diameter. The fruit is very astringent when unripe but becomes richly sweet after full ripening—often after frost. Ripe fruits are excellent fresh and widely used in baking, puddings, syrups, jellies, and dried snacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003eHighly adaptable, American Persimmon tolerates drought, occasional flooding, and a wide range of soils once established. It is also an excellent wildlife tree, attracting birds and mammals with its persistent winter fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003e✔️ 5 American Persimmon seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003e✔️ Botanical name: Diospyros virginiana\u003cbr data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003e✔️ Fresh, untreated seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003e✔️ Labeled seed packet with sowing instructions\u003cbr data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e🌼 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eCommon Name: American Persimmon\u003cbr data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003eBotanical Name: Diospyros virginiana\u003cbr data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous fruiting tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Seed\u003cbr data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to part shade (best fruiting in full sun)\u003cbr data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eSoil: Prefers deep, moist, slightly acidic, well-drained loam; adaptable\u003cbr data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"1980\"\u003eWatering: Dry to medium; drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003eMature Height: 35–60 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2069\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSpread: 25–35 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow to medium\u003cbr data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–9\u003cbr data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Suitable for early growth only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2452\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003eSoak seeds in water 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. Plant multiple seeds to increase chances of establishing both male and female trees for fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tree Seeds Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47848549187825,"sku":null,"price":22.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify6_37_29a6aea0-a06a-466e-86a1-947571c44ee8.jpg?v=1772199332","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/american-persimmon-diospyros-virginiana-seeds-5-seeds-hardy-native-fruit-tree-edible-wildlife-friendly","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}