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Can You Grow Persimmon in New York?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b
Asian persimmon cannot handle the cold winters in your zone — try American persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) for zones 4-9.
Plant zones
New York last frost
New York first frost
Days to harvest
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 New York
New York ranges from Zone 6b in New York City to Zone 4a in the Adirondacks. Western New York near Lake Erie has a unique microclimate excellent for Concord grapes.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Persimmon in New York?
Asian persimmon cannot handle the cold winters in your zone — try American persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) for zones 4-9.
What zone is New York?
New York spans USDA Zone 6a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Persimmons in New York?
See the planting guide for Persimmon — timing depends on your exact frost date.