{"product_id":"american-persimmon-tree-diospyros-virginiana-live-seedling-3-feet-tall-1-gallon-pot-native-fruit-tree-cold-hardy-edible-garden-tree","title":"American Persimmon Tree – Diospyros virginiana Live Seedling | 3 Feet Tall | 1 Gallon Pot | Cold Hardy Native Fruit Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow a hardy native fruit tree with this American Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana), a resilient and productive species known for its sweet, flavorful fruit and adaptability. This seedling tree stands approximately 3 feet tall and comes in a 1-gallon pot, ready for planting in your garden or orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmerican persimmons produce small to medium fruits that ripen to a soft, rich sweetness when fully mature. Highly valued for fresh eating, baking, and preserves, this native variety is also beneficial for wildlife and pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tree is cold hardy and adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions, making it an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced growers. Ideal for naturalized landscapes, edible gardens, and backyard orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live American persimmon tree (seedling, potted)\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Height: approximately 3 feet\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Native fruit tree species\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Hardy and adaptable variety\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Persimmon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diospyros virginiana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous fruit tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seedling \/ young plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining soil; adaptable to various conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–40 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Usually requires male and female trees for fruiting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Possible when young; best planted in ground long-term\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For reliable fruit production, plant more than one seedling or ensure both male and female trees are present. Fruit should be fully ripe (soft) before eating for best flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. 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