In the home landscape persimmon should be planted in part shade to full sun with average soil and moisture. It does not do well in moist conditions.
It is native to the following states: AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, and WV.
It grows in zones 5a to 9b.
Persimmon seeds should be soaked for a few days before planting unless they have been stored in refrigeration. Replace the water each day with fresh, warm, water.
Propagation by hardwood cuttings is also an option, but mature wood of at least two years is needed.
Also, transplanting seedlings that volunteer is another option. However, they do not fare well if their roots are disturbed so it is best to transplant to your growing site rather than in a garden pot.
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