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) — This deciduous native tree; and yellow-to-orange fruits after female tree's white flowers, image 72

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — commonly found throughout the Eastern United States; grows moderately to a height between, image 73

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — with a similar canopy width once it reaches full maturity; diospyros virginiana is, image 75

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — The fruits are not only a culinary delight; noteworthy is its zoning resiliency, as it can, image 84

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — Gardeners admire its deeply furrowed; is a native deciduous tree valued for its, image 76

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — gray to black bark and its lustrous green leaves which transition to striking shades of, image 77

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — and purple in autumn.<br><br>Its distinctive fruit, image 78

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — with a diameter of approximately 1 to 2 inches; especially in puddings and jams, image 79

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — starts out green and ripens to a deep orange; consider the tree's potential drop zone for, image 80

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — These persimmons possess a sweet; fruit is edible when soft, attracting birds and mammals, image 81

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — honey-like flavor once fully mature and should only be consumed post-frost when they, image 82

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — they are notably astringent; honey-like flavor once fully mature and should only be, image 83

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — but also attract diverse wildlife such as birds; this deciduous native tree, image 86

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — the eponymous opossums.<br><br>Preferring well-drained soil; with a diameter of, image 87

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — Diospyros virginiana is drought-tolerant upon establishment and requires full sun to, image 88

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — Noteworthy is its zoning resiliency, as it can flourish in USDA hardiness zones 4 through, image 89

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — especially in puddings and jams; mature at 35-60 feet tall, with a 20-35 foot spread, it, image 85

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — when designing your space; gardeners admire its deeply furrowed, image 91

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — consider the tree's potential drop zone for fruit and its modestly spreading canopy; they, image 92

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — tree for full; given its deep taproot, ensure it is planted where it can remain undisturbed, image 93

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — American Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana); features distinctive blocky bark, image 94

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — is a native deciduous tree valued for its adaptability and wildlife benefits; commonly, image 95

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 96

American Persimmon, Possumwood (Diospyros Virginiana) — Given its deep taproot, ensure it is planted where it can remain undisturbed; prefers full, image 90

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