Persimmon Trees for Sale Online

What is Persimmon Fruit?

The Persimmon is a berry that comes from the edible fruit trees in the genus, Diospyros, which has is often referred to as the “Divine Fruit.” It’s a soft, edible fruit (provided you bite into one that is lush and ripe; otherwise, you’re in for an unpleasant surprise) that can be eaten fresh, cooked, or dried. Persimmons make delicious jams, pies, steamed puddings, bread and muffins, stuffing, curry, and cookies. They are also delicious when sliced and served fresh in green salads with watercress and nuts. Native to China, the persimmon has been cultivated for thousands of years. Japan has been growing persimmons for about 1300 years. Japanese and Chinese cultivars were first introduced to the U.S. from 1870 to 1920.

Today various cultivars of persimmons are grown in a dozen other countries. The American persimmon, Diospyros virginiana, also known as the Common Persimmon, is raised from Florida to Connecticut, west to Iowa and south to Texas. What Do Persimmons Taste Like? Some say the fruits taste similar to apricots, with a pudding-like texture when ripe.

When it comes to buying persimmon trees online, We are sure to have the perfect tree for your landscape. Woodie personally selects all of the trees that we carry to ensure that our customers receive quality trees that will perform year in and year out. Below are the persimmon trees that we currently have available.

American Persimmon Tree - American persimmon, or Diospyros virginiana, reliably bear large amounts of medium-sized, rich-tasting fruit. Native to North America, American Persimmon trees are more cold-hardy than their Asian counterparts, making them perfect for northern growers! As the name suggests, American persimmon is a native fruit. Its native range is New England to Florida and west to Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Kansas. They are easy to grow in full sun in well-drained soil.

Fuyu Persimmon Tree - The Fuyu Persimmon is a self-pollinating fruit tree that is naturally disease resistant. This edible persimmon also is hardy all the way to zone 7, which means it can tolerate colder temperatures. The fruit tends to ripen around September and will produce edible fruit into December. The original Fuyu Persimmon is the most popular of all the oriental persimmons. They are a hardy/vigorous growing tree, up to 15' tall — consistent producer of medium-sized fruit 4.5-6 oz. The fruit is crisp, sweet, and mild. Their fruit begins to ripen in early October through November and is the best choice for wildlife (deer) food plots.

Tanenashi Persimmon Tree - The Tanenashi Persimmon or Diospyros kaki 'Tanenashi' is one of the self-pollinating persimmon trees with a sweet, yet tangy tasting the fruit. With reddish-orange skin, it looks great against the light green, elongated leaves. The Tanenashi Persimmon is also one of the best persimmons for drying out to make dried fruit. Tanenashi is the most highly recognized name among astringent persimmons. Tanenashi persimmons are vigorous growing trees to 12-15' tall, that consistently produce good crops. They will grow medium to large, cone-shaped fruit that is orange-red. The flesh is yellow when ripe with a dry texture. Their fruit begins to ripen in Early October on through November.

Suruga Persimmon Tree - This particular persimmon's fruit is a little bit different than the other persimmons. The Suruga Persimmon has fruit that has a non-astringent taste making it a sweet and savory snack. The color of the fruit is a warm, deep orange-red color that looks fantastic on top of the green foliage. They are a staff favorite because they taste great even when they are eaten fresh.

How to Plant Persimmon Trees?

Persimmons have a strong taproot. Don’t be alarmed at the color of the roots. They naturally appear black and should not be considered diseased or dead.

• Dig a hole big enough to accommodate the root system. Dig the hole four times the width of the persimmon's roots and ½ times the depth.
• Your tree should be planted at the same depth as grown in a pot.
• Position tree in planting hole and fill with the original soil.
• Water the tree profoundly well, allowing the water to soak down to the roots.
• We do not recommend that you fertilize your new persimmon when you plant them.
• Mulch the entire planting area, pulling the mulch a few inches away from the trunk to keep moisture from accumulating next to the bark.
• No pruning is necessary at planting time.

When to Plant a Persimmon Tree

The best time to fertilize fruit trees is during the growing season, starting in early spring (after bud-break) and finishing by July. Fertilizing too late in the season can cause trees to grow when they should be shutting down for the winter. This tender new growth, when pushed too late in the season, is also more susceptible to winter injury. Use a balanced time-released fertilizer such as Espoma Tree Tone.

Spread the fertilizer evenly under the entire canopy of the plant, avoiding a 5-inch area around the trunk. Water or rake in. For young trees (years 1 and 2) in Zones 8a-9, fertilize three times each year late February, late May, and new July/ early August. For plants further north (Zones 6-7), fertilize in March or after bud break. This will likely cause fruit drop, but growth is more critical at this stage in their development. Never fertilize after August (June in Zones 6-7) as this will promote new growth too late in the year, which will be subject to freeze damage.

In the third year, switch to a low nitrogen fertilizer (the first number must be less than 5) and apply only in late February (Zones 8-9) or March (Zones 6-7).

Our Watering Recommendations

The first year is a critical time for the establishment of a new persimmon. Water thoroughly twice a week on light soils and once a week on clay soils. Soak the entire root system deeply. Persimmons should receive at least 1 inch of water each week for best growth and fruit production. Water regularly, especially during dry periods. Fruit may drop prematurely if insufficiently watered during dry spells. Keep an area approximately four feet in diameter around the persimmons clear of grass and weeds to minimize competition for water and nutrients.

Because persimmons leaf out based on the number of hours exposed to warmth rather than on exposure to chilling, they can be slower than most. In some areas, a newly planted persimmon may not break dormancy until late spring in warmer climates and summer in colder climates.

Your climate plays a vital role in whether a persimmon tree will produce fruit or even survive. We have persimmon trees that grow well between plant hardiness Zones 6-9. Before ordering a variety, be sure the trees recommend the hardiness zone range includes your area.

When you buy persimmon trees online from Woodies Garden Goods Direct, we only send what we would plant in our gardens at home. That means that quality is a top priority for us. Unlike bare root trees, our trees are potted and well-rooted. Our persimmons will typically begin to bear fruit within two years of being planted. Planted persimmon trees have a multi-seasonal interest, and we are sure that your new persimmon will add beauty to your garden at different times of the year.