All persimmon trees are shipped in 4 in x 10 in pots, 12 inches to 24 inches tall and grafted onto Diospyros virginiana rootstock. Price includes UPS shipping within the continental US.

"A-2" American Persimmon Tree

The "A-2" American Persimmon is a masterpiece of native breeding from the legendary James Claypool collection. This criminally underrated variety produces exceptional, medium-to-large golden-orange fruits that boast a smooth, fiber-free texture and an incredibly rich, maple-honey sweetness with subtle spiced undertones once fully ripe. A cold-hardy titan with breathtaking autumn color, it brings a resilient, heavy-yielding source of high-quality native fruit directly to your home orchard.

Quick Growing Tips

• Sunlight: Plant in an area receiving at least 8 hours of unfiltered, full daily sun to maximize concentrated sugar production and ensure perfect ripening.

• Climate & Hardiness: An absolute powerhouse of cold tolerance, handling harsh northern winters with ease down to USDA Zones 4–9.

• Soil & Taproot: Highly adaptable to various soils but prefers well-drained loam. Choose your permanent planting spot carefully, as its deep native taproot makes mature trees difficult to relocate.

• Harvesting: Like all true American persimmons, the fruit is astringent until it reaches a soft, jelly-like "dead-ripe" consistency, often developing its deepest flavor profile after the first autumn frost.