fruit tree variety in zone 7b
Prok american persimmon in zone 7b
Prok · Diospyros virginiana
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- Zone
- 7b 5°F to 10°F
- Growing season
- 220 days
- Chill needed
- 100 to 400 below 45°F
- Days to harvest
- 180 to 240
The verdict
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About Prok
Sweet, large fruit with rich flavor; fresh and baking. Reliable producer, partially self-fertile.
Critical timing for zone 7b
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Common challenges in zone 7b
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust pressure heavy in piedmont
- ▸ Japanese beetles
- ▸ Brown marmorated stink bug
- ▸ Late summer disease pressure
Modified care for zone 7b
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Prok in adjacent zones
Other american persimmon varieties for zone 7b
Frequently asked questions
- Will Prok american persimmon grow in zone 7b?
Yes. Prok is recommended for USDA zones 5a through 7b, which includes zone 7b.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 7b?
American Persimmon needs 100 to 400 chill hours. Zone 7b typically meets this range; check local microclimate against historical chill totals to confirm.
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