What zones does american persimmon grow in?

American Persimmon grows in USDA zones 4b through 9a.

How many chill hours does american persimmon need?

American Persimmon requires approximately 100 to 400 chill hours below 45°F to break dormancy properly.

Days to harvest range from 180 to 240 days after bloom, depending on variety and zone.

American Persimmon prefers full sun and low water. Lifespan is typically 60 to 80 years.

Diospyros virginiana

Zones

4b–9a

Chill hours

100 to 400

Sun

full

Lifespan

60 to 80 years

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Meader. Sweet, soft, rich complex flavor reminiscent of dates and apricot when fully ripe; eat soft only, astringent until then. Fresh, baking, drying. Self-fertile cold-hardy native selection. Zones 4b–7a.
Yates. Very sweet, soft when ripe with intense honey flavor; fresh eating and baking (puddings, breads). Productive but needs a pollinator. Zones 5b–8a.
Prok. Sweet, large fruit with rich flavor; fresh and baking. Reliable producer, partially self-fertile. Zones 5a–7b.

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Persimmon Borer (Sannina uroceriformis). Clearwing moth larvae bore into persimmon trunks at the soil line.

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pawpaw (beneficial): Both natives thrive in similar soils and contribute to a polyculture that supports native pollinators and fauna.

What zones does american persimmon grow in?: American Persimmon grows in USDA zones 4b through 9a.
How many chill hours does american persimmon need?: American Persimmon requires approximately 100 to 400 chill hours below 45°F to break dormancy properly.
How long until american persimmon produces?: Days to harvest range from 180 to 240 days after bloom, depending on variety and zone.
What sun and water does american persimmon need?: American Persimmon prefers full sun and low water. Lifespan is typically 60 to 80 years.