{"product_id":"date-plum-persimmon-diospyros-lotus-seeds-60-seeds-hardy-edible-fruit-tree-cold-tolerant","title":"Date Plum Persimmon – Diospyros lotus Seeds | 60 Seeds | Hardy Edible Fruit Tree | Cold Tolerant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"459\"\u003eDate Plum Persimmon (Diospyros lotus) is a hardy, deciduous fruit tree valued for its small sweet fruits, ornamental beauty, and adaptability. Native to the Middle East and South Asia, this attractive member of the ebony family has been cultivated for centuries and was once called the “fruit of the gods” by the ancient Greeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"902\"\u003eIn cultivation, this tree typically grows 20–30 feet tall with a rounded, upright shape. It features smooth gray bark and glossy dark green leaves that turn a rich golden color in fall. In July, small yellow-green fragrant flowers appear. The species is dioecious (male and female flowers on separate trees). Female trees may produce seedless fruit without pollination, but both male and female trees are needed for viable seed production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eThe small round fruits (about ¾ inch wide) ripen from yellow to deep purple-brown. When fully ripe, the fruit loses its astringency and becomes soft, sweet, and richly flavored—often described as tasting like a blend of plum and date. Fruits may be eaten fresh, dried, or cooked, and are excellent for jams, jellies, fruit leather, desserts, sauces, and even brandy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003eDate Plum Persimmon is also excellent for bonsai, hedging, wildlife plantings, and ornamental landscapes. It is adaptable and cold hardy to about -20°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e✔️ 60 Date Plum Persimmon seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003e✔️ Botanical name: Diospyros lotus\u003cbr data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003e✔️ Open-pollinated seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003e✔️ Untreated seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eCommon Name: Date Plum Persimmon\u003cbr data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eBotanical Name: Diospyros lotus\u003cbr data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous fruiting tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Medium\u003cbr data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eMature Height: 20–30 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003eSpread: 20–30 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003eSun: Full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003eSoil: Deep, moist, slightly acidic, well-drained loam\u003cbr data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eWater: Medium\u003cbr data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 6–10 (possibly zone 5)\u003cbr data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003eCold Hardiness: To approximately -20°F\u003cbr data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003eDrought Tolerance: Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003eBloom Time: July\u003cbr data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003eFall Color: Golden\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003e💡 Plant in full sun for best fruit production. Remove root suckers unless a naturalized look is desired. Once established, trees require minimal pruning and maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003eSeed Germination Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2442\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2288\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2288\"\u003eSoak seeds in water for 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2289\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003eCold stratify for 90 days at 40°F in a moist medium (not wet).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003eSow ¾ inch deep in well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2442\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2442\"\u003eKeep evenly moist during germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Tree Seeds Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47856261497073,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify1_8.jpg?v=1772345956","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/date-plum-persimmon-diospyros-lotus-seeds-60-seeds-hardy-edible-fruit-tree-cold-tolerant","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}