Credit
Sharon A. Yiesla
Scientific Name
Diospyros virginiana
Last Review
Features
Dark green summer foliage that changes to yellow or reddish-purple in autumn; pale orange fruit (on female trees) in fall, edible upon ripening (after frost); thick, blocky bark.
Culture
Full sun; moist, well-drained soil, but tolerant of drought; pH adaptable.
Notes
Difficult to transplant due to taproot; male and female flowers on separate trees so both must be present for fruit to be produced.
Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
35.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
60.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form
Oval
Native Regions, Text
United States (and Illinois)
Soil Conditions
Foliage Color
Images
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3549
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picID
3550
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picID
3551
Exposure (Outdoor)
Uses
PlantID
206