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Diospyros, 'Valeene Beauty' persimmon

$ 48

Diospyros virginiana 'Valeene Beauty'

Variety description: Large, sweet fruit measure 2.25-2.5” across. Fruits are low in fiber and high in pulp. Tree is upright grower. Very precocious and regular heavy producer. This cultivar originates from Indiana and is the result of a cross between 'Mitchellena' x 'Early Golden.'

Site requirements: Persimmons grow best in a full sun location with fertile, well-drained soil. They are quite adaptable and will grow in poor, dry soils, though such conditions are far from ideal.

Size at maturity: With pruning, trees can be maintained at 15-20'.

Pests and diseases: None of concern.

Hardiness: Will grow in USDA zones 5-9.

Plant size: Tree, 12-18" tall with a well developed root system. Grown in 4" x 9" tree pot. 

Shipping restrictions: Cannot ship to California.

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