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American Persimmon, Possumwood

Diospyros Virginiana

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Overview

American Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana), also known as Possumwood, is a native deciduous tree valued for its adaptability and wildlife benefits. Mature at 35-60 feet tall, with a 20-35 foot spread, it thrives in zones 4-9. Features distinctive blocky bark, glossy green leaves, and yellow-to-orange fruits after female tree's white flowers. Fruit is edible when soft, attracting birds and mammals. Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 6–9Climate Temperate
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — American Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana)

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Ebenaceae
Climate
Temperate

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American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — they are notably astringent; honey-like flavor once fully mature and should only be consumed post-frost
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — The fruits are not only a culinary delight; noteworthy is its zoning resiliency, as it can flourish in
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — especially in puddings and jams; mature at 35-60 feet tall, with a 20-35 foot spread, it thrives in
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — with a diameter of approximately 1 to 2 inches; especially in puddings and jams
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — and purple in autumn.<br><br>Its distinctive fruit, image 47
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — starts out green and ripens to a deep orange; consider the tree's potential drop zone for fruit and its
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — but also attract diverse wildlife such as birds; this deciduous native tree
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — Given its deep taproot, ensure it is planted where it can remain undisturbed; prefers full sun to
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — the eponymous opossums.<br><br>Preferring well-drained soil; with a diameter of approximately 1 to 2
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — when designing your space; gardeners admire its deeply furrowed
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — consider the tree's potential drop zone for fruit and its modestly spreading canopy; they are notably
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — Noteworthy is its zoning resiliency, as it can flourish in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9; tree for
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — Diospyros virginiana is drought-tolerant upon establishment and requires full sun to, image 57
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — American Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana); features distinctive blocky bark, image 63
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — is a native deciduous tree valued for its adaptability and wildlife benefits; commonly, image 64
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — Mature at 35-60 feet tall, with a 20-35 foot spread, it thrives in zones 4-9; starts out, image 65
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — Features distinctive blocky bark; the eponymous opossums.<br><br>Preferring well-drained, image 66
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — and yellow-to-orange fruits after female tree's white flowers; american Persimmon, image 67
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — Fruit is edible when soft, attracting birds and mammals; or Possumwood (Diospyros, image 68
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils; gray to black bark and its, image 69
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — or Possumwood (Diospyros virginiana); the fruits are not only a culinary delight, image 70
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — tree for full; given its deep taproot, ensure it is planted where it can remain undisturbed
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — grows moderately to a height between 35 to 60 feet; these persimmons possess a sweet, image 74
American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — presents a singular choice for both aesthetic and practical purposes within a landscape, image 71

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