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.

"Lehman's Delight" American Persimmon Tree

The “Lehman's Delight” (100-46) American Persimmon is a legendary masterpiece that stands as one of the crowning achievements of the late, renowned breeder Jerry Lehman of Indiana. Widely regarded by pomologists as one of the finest and largest pure American persimmon cultivars ever created, this prized selection is highly celebrated for its extreme heavy-bearing capability and exceptionally compact, dwarfing tree architecture. When fully ripe, the exceptionally large fruits turn a beautiful deep reddish-orange, yielding an extraordinarily silky-smooth, clear pulp with an outstanding sweetness and flavor reminiscent of rich brown sugar, vanilla pudding, and light caramel.

Quick Growing Tips

• Sunlight: Requires at least 6 to 8+ hours of direct, daily full sun to fully color its large fruits, strengthen its compact limbs, and properly build up its signature high-sugar profile.

• Size & Spacing: Naturally exhibits a smaller, space-saving tree habit compared to other native persimmons—making it an excellent dwarfing choice for tighter orchard layouts, smaller yards, or intentional edible landscaping.

• Climate & Hardiness: An incredibly tough, northern-adapted performer with a 90-chromosome heritage that handles intense winter freezes flawlessly, reliably thriving across USDA Zones 5 through 9.

• Harvesting: Allow the early-to-mid-season fruits to hang until they become completely soft and jammy to the touch; this natural process eliminates the fruit's young astringent tannins to ensure a melt-in-your-mouth dessert experience.