American Persimmon Seeds (Diospyros virginiana)
 
American or Common Persimmon is a beautiful, long-lived native tree known for its richly flavored fruit, rugged charm, and deep roots in American history. Native to the eastern and central United States, this hardy species produces small orange fruits that ripen in late fall, transforming from famously astringent to deeply sweet and honey-like once fully mature. Traditionally gathered after frost, persimmons have been enjoyed fresh, dried, and baked for generations.
 
Beyond its fruit, Common Persimmon is an outstanding landscape and wildlife tree. Glossy green leaves turn warm shades of yellow and orange in autumn, while the deeply furrowed bark adds character year-round. The fruit is a valuable late-season food source for birds and mammals, making this an excellent choice for food forests, native plantings, and habitat gardens. Tough, adaptable, and surprisingly drought tolerant once established, persimmon rewards patience with decades of beauty and harvest.
 
Growing Information

Botanical Name: Diospyros virginiana
Common Name: Common Persimmon
Life Cycle: Deciduous perennial tree
Mature Height: 30–60+ feet
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Adaptable; prefers well-drained soils
Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9
Bloom Time: Late spring
Fruit Ripening: Fall
 
Planting Instructions

Plant in fall/winter for a spring emergence OR
Mix seeds with slightly damp sand, peat, or paper towel
Place in a sealed bag or container
Refrigerate for 2–3 months
Check occasionally to ensure medium stays lightly moist
After Stratification
Sow depth: ½–1 inch
Germination temp: 65–75°F
Germination time: 2–6 weeks (can be uneven)
 
Why Gardeners Choose Common Persimmon
Native American fruit tree
Exceptionally sweet fruit when ripe
Excellent wildlife value
Long-lived and resilient
Beautiful fall color and textured bark
 
This is for 25 seeds