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About Common Persimmon
'Morris Burton' is a small to medium-sized tree which is partially self-fertile and produces some male flowers. The orange-red fruits have excellent flavor and are considered one of the best native persimmons. This tree prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Taxonomy
Diospyros virginiana
Diospyros
Ebenaceae
Ericales
Also known as
American persimmon, Eastern persimmon, Simmon, Possumwood, Possum apples and Sugar plum

How to care for Common Persimmon

How often to water your Common Persimmon

every 9
Common Persimmon needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Common Persimmon in your home

a window
Common Persimmon love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Common Persimmon does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Common Persimmon in your home 🏡.

How to fertilize Common Persimmon

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Common Persimmon after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Common Persimmon is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Common Persimmon prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Common Persimmon requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Common Persimmon does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Common Persimmon grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
Common Persimmon grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Common Persimmon can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
Care Summary for Common Persimmon
Common Persimmon
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
