Texas Persimmon Seeds - Fruit Plant

Texas Persimmon is an evergreen shrub or small tree known for its dark bark, glossy foliage, and small dark fruit production. This drought-tolerant native plant grows well in xeriscapes, wildlife gardens, hedgerows, and dry landscape plantings where full sunlight and well-drained soil are available. It adapts to hot dry climates and develops dense branching growth throughout the growing season.

Features

• Produces small dark ornamental fruits
• Evergreen shrub or small tree habit
• Suitable for xeriscapes and wildlife gardens
• Adapted to hot dry climates
• Performs well in sunny outdoor locations
• Suitable for low-maintenance landscape planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Diospyros texana
• Common Name (US): Texas Persimmon
• Seed Type / Variety: Native Tree Variety
• Growth Habit: Evergreen shrub or small tree
• USDA Zones: 7-10
• Planting Season: Spring or fall
• Growing Season: Year-round in warm climates
• Sowing Season: February to May or September to November
• Germination Time and Conditions: 2-8 weeks after soaking; soil temperature around 70-85°F (21-29°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy, rocky, or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Low watering once established
• Mature Plant Size: 10-25 feet tall, 8-20 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 10-20 feet apart