Diospyros kaki
Japanese or Oriental Persimmon
Description
This medium-sized tree will grow 15-25' tall and has bright green summer leaves, sunset colored fall foliage, with white spring blooms, orange fruit that persists on deciduous winter branches. It will do best in full sun and moist soil.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Width Range
12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Bronze, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Orange
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Tropical, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier, Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Patio
Special Uses
Screen, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.
Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.