10 ITALIAN PERSIMMON TREE Dateplum Date Plum Fruit Diospyros Lotus Seeds

Discover the Italian Persimmon Tree

The 10 Italian Persimmon Tree Seeds (Diospyros Lotus) are your gateway to cultivating one of the oldest cultivated plants. This heirloom tree, known by numerous names including Dateplum and Lilac persimmon, offers stunning creamy white flowers that bloom in summer and vibrant orangish fruit that transitions from yellow to purplish brown in fall.

Benefits of Growing Italian Persimmons

These trees not only provide delicious fruit, which tastes like a combination of dates and plums, but they are also hardy and adaptable. They thrive in various soil types, including heavy clay and rocky soils, making them suitable for many gardens.

Planting and Care

For best results, sow the seeds in the fall and consider cold stratification. The trees reach up to 30′ tall with a spacing of 20′. They prefer average to moist soil and require full sun to part shade for optimal growth.

Harvesting Delicious Fruits

Harvest your persimmons in the fall and enjoy them fresh, dried, or in jams. The fruit’s natural sweetness enhances after frost exposure, making them a delightful addition to your kitchen.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the ideal USDA hardiness zone for Italian Persimmons? Zones 5 to 10.
• When should I plant the seeds? Fall is the best time, preferably with cold stratification.
• How tall does the Italian Persimmon tree grow? It can reach heights of up to 30 feet.
• What kind of sunlight exposure do they need? They thrive in full sun to part shade.
• Can female trees produce fruit without a male tree? Yes, female trees can yield seedless fruit independently.