| Produces high yields of fruit that hangs on the tree after ripening. Deer Magnet Persimmon is good to attract or feed wildlife.
ZONE: 6-9
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Spring.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full sun, balanced moisture, reduce grass competition in root zone. Top dress with compost yearly. Drought tolerant once established. Blooms in late Spring. Self-fruiting via parthenocarpy. Medium sized 1.25" to 1.5", bright orange and highly aromatic. Late ripening well into December. Astringent - eat when soft and ripe. Will stay seedless unless cross pollinated by another persimmon. Prune in late winter, early spring while the tree is dormant.
CHILL HOURS: 100-200 hours below 45°F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Very good.
SIZE AT MATURITY: To 30’-50’
*Mature size is not definitive – Climate, soil, care, and pruning methods all factor into size at maturity* | 