Persimmon
Diospyros kaki
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Aug 4, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Persimmon
Japanese persimmon (Diospyros kaki) is a deciduous fruit tree prized for its large, brilliant orange fruits that ripen in autumn, often while the tree is bare of leaves for a spectacular ornamental display. It is generally adapted to NE Florida zone 9b using low-chill cultivars — select non-astringent varieties such as 'Fuyu' or low-chill types recommended for North Florida. The tree is also highly ornamental as a landscape specimen with golden fall color. Starting at $195.00.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop.
Dormant — drops foliage. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Plant in full sun for best fruit production and ornamental display. Can tolerate light partial shade but fruit set and fall color will be reduced. Choose a well-drained, open site.
Water regularly during establishment and during extended drought, particularly in summer. Once established, Japanese persimmon is moderately drought-tolerant. Consistent moisture during fruit development improves fruit size and quality.
Adaptable to a wide range of well-drained soils including Florida's sandy soils; prefers slightly acid to neutral pH. Apply a balanced fruit-tree fertilizer in late winter and early summer. Grafted trees are preferred — graft onto Diospyros virginiana rootstock, which is adaptable and widely available in the Southeast.
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Common questions
Is Persimmon a good plant for St. Augustine?
Persimmon is a fruit tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with medium salt tolerance, reaching 15-25 feet × 15-20 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.