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Diospyros virginiana - Common Persimmon
Family Ebanaceae
Botanical Name Diospyros virginiana
Common Name Common Persimmon
Size 35 - 60' tall by 20 - 35' spread.
Hardiness Zone 4 - 9
Culture Transplant into well-drained soil; pH adaptable.
Ornamental Value Oval-rounded habit, reddish-purple fall color, attracts wildlife.
Landscape Use For naturalizing, plant in groupings.
Key Identifying Characteristics Round orange fruit; alternate, simple, 2-5" long, irregularly serrate leaves; blocky bark.
Notable Cultivars None outstanding
Campus Location Ag: Indian Mound
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