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Can You Grow Persimmon in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Persimmon thrives in your zone — plant a Fuyu and enjoy one of the easiest fruit trees going.
Plant zones
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About 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.
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.
Gardening in Mississippi
Mississippi has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. Two growing seasons are achievable most years. Excellent for sweet potatoes, okra, and southern vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Persimmon in Mississippi?
Persimmon thrives in your zone — plant a Fuyu and enjoy one of the easiest fruit trees going.
What zone is Mississippi?
Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Persimmons in Mississippi?
See the planting guide for Persimmon — timing depends on your exact frost date.