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Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree

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Size: 150L

150L

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 4m - 8m

Mature Width: 3m - 6m

Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree is expected to grow 30cm - 60cm per year under suitable conditions.

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree

Diospyros kaki, commonly known as Persimmon Tree, is a highly productive deciduous fruit tree prized for its sweet, richly flavoured fruit and spectacular autumn colour. As the foliage turns brilliant shades of yellow, orange, and red, the vibrant orange fruit often remains hanging on the bare branches, creating one of the most striking seasonal displays in the garden.

This attractive fruit tree performs best in full sun and fertile well-drained soils. Persimmons are well suited to temperate climates and are valued for their reliability, longevity, and relatively low maintenance requirements. Once established, they develop good drought tolerance and produce generous crops of fruit each year.

They look excellent when used in home orchards, edible gardens, feature plantings, and productive landscapes where both ornamental beauty and fruit production are desired. Their combination of seasonal colour, decorative fruit, and delicious harvests makes Persimmon one of the most rewarding fruit trees for Australian gardens.

Uses in my Garden

Edible Garden
Rural Property Planting

Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree works in an:

Edible Garden – integrates fruit, herbs, and productive plants.
Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.

Is Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree Evergreen or Deciduous?

Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 4m - 8m

Mature Width: 3m - 6m

Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree is expected to grow 30cm - 60cm per year under suitable conditions.

Growth Rate of Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree

Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree is expected to grow 30cm - 60cm per year under suitable conditions.

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree

Is Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree frost tolerant?

Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree Flower?

Persimmon trees produce small cream to pale yellow flowers during spring, followed by large ornamental orange edible fruit on mature trees. The fruit remains highly decorative into autumn and early winter, complementing the spectacular autumn foliage display before leaf fall.

Does Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Bell-shaped

Flower Colour:

Cream

Is Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree an Australian Native Tree?

No

Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree is Native to China, with centuries of cultivation throughout Asia.

What is the Wildlife Value of Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree ?

Its seasonal flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators throughout the flowering period, supporting biodiversity within edible and ornamental gardens. The fruit may also attract birds and wildlife, while the branching canopy provides seasonal shelter for beneficial insects and small birds.

How much Sunlight does Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree need?

Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Persimmon trees perform best in rich, well-drained loam soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. They will also tolerate sandy soils and a range of general garden conditions provided drainage remains reliable. Avoid heavy clay or persistently wet conditions unless significantly improved, as excess moisture can reduce root health and fruiting performance. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment and fruit development for best growth and production.

Is Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree Drought Tolerant?

Is Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it benefits from regular watering to establish a healthy productive root system, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, Persimmon trees show good drought tolerance and perform reliably through dry periods, although occasional supplementary watering supports improved fruit size and overall production.

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How To Plant Your Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun, sheltered from strong wind, with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth. Persimmons have a deep taproot and dislike disturbance once settled, so get the position right first time.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots. Stake advanced stock until the roots take hold.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree

Feature Planting: 4m - 6m
Orchard Planting: 5m - 6m
Home Garden: 4m - 5m

Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree is expected to grow 30cm - 60cm per year under suitable conditions.

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months, and keep water up through summer while fruit is sizing. Irregular watering causes fruit drop.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Prune in winter while dormant to build an open vase shape and keep the tree at a workable picking height. Fruit forms on new season wood, so avoid heavy cutting of young growth.

Fertilising: Apply a balanced fruit tree fertiliser in early spring. Avoid heavy nitrogen, which pushes leaf at the expense of fruit and worsens fruit drop.

Pest and disease: Largely trouble free. Net the tree as fruit colours, since birds and possums will take a ripening crop quickly.

Planting Your Diospyros kaki – Persimmon Tree in Different Soil

Diospyros kaki performs best in deep, fertile, free-draining loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH, and will not tolerate waterlogging.

Sandy soil: Free-draining but needs heavy enrichment with compost, and mulch to hold summer moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost, and mound the planting position to lift the root zone.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady growth and consistent cropping.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Avoid persistently wet ground at all times.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do Persimmon trees require pollination?
A: Many cultivated varieties are self-fertile, although some benefit from cross-pollination for improved fruit set.

Q: When is Persimmon fruit ready to harvest?
A: Fruit is typically harvested during autumn and early winter depending on the cultivar and climate.

Q: Does Persimmon develop autumn colour?
A: Yes, the foliage develops outstanding yellow, orange, and red tones before leaf drop.

Q: Is it suitable for home gardens?
A: Yes, Persimmon is an excellent backyard fruit tree that combines ornamental value with productive harvests.