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Persimmon plant growing in a garden

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Growing Persimmon

Asian persimmon produces stunning orange fruit in fall when little else is bearing. Sweet, non-astringent varieties like Fuyu can be eaten crisp like an apple. One of the lowest-maintenance fruit trees available.

Quick Answer: Persimmon grows in Zones 7a–10b. It's one of the easiest crops to grow.
🌡️ Zones 7a–10b ☀️ Full Sun 💧 Low Water 🌱 Beginner Friendly 🪴 Container OK (25+ gal) 🏜️ Drought Tolerant ♾️ Perennial 🐾 Pet Safe

Can You Grow Persimmon in Your Area?

Growing Tips

Buy a grafted Fuyu (non-astringent) or Hachiya (astringent — must ripen fully). No spray needed. Drought-tolerant once established. Fruit in years 3-5. Harvest after first frost for astringent varieties, or when firm-ripe for Fuyu.

Where Does Persimmon Grow?

Persimmon is suited to Zones 7a–10b. Here are some areas where it thrives:

✅ Zone 7a ✅ Zone 7b ✅ Zone 8a ✅ Zone 8b ✅ Zone 9a ✅ Zone 9b ✅ Zone 10a ✅ Zone 10b
Won't grow outdoors in: very cold zones (below Zone 7a) or very warm zones (above Zone 10b). Asian persimmon cannot handle the cold winters in your zone — try American persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) for zones 4-9.

Frequently Asked Questions

Persimmon grows in USDA Zones 7a–10b.
Yes — Persimmon is beginner-friendly.
Yes — use a 25+ gallon pot.
Persimmon is safe for dogs and safe for cats.