Diospyros kaki |
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Japanese or Oriental Persimmon |
Description
This medium-sized tree will grow 15'-25' tall and has bright green summer leaves, sunset colored fall foliage, with white spring blooms, and orange fruit that persists on deciduous winter branches. It will do best in full sun and moist soil.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Bronze, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Orange
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Tropical, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier, Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Patio
Special Uses
Screen, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.