Date Plum Persimmon, Diospyros lotus, Tree Seeds (Fast, Edible, Hardy, Showy)

Description: Date Plum Persimmon, Diospyros lotus, Tree Seeds Hardy, Fragrant Flowers, Showy Edible Fruits, Fall Color, Bonsai, Attracts Birds and Other Animals, Adaptable, Cold Tolerant Date Plum Persimmon is a deciduous fruiting tree that is native to Middle East and South Asia, especially from China and Japan. It was introduced to Britain in 1597 and was cultivated in England in the 17th century but has never been a common feature in gardens and generally remains limited to collections. Although it is a hardy species, outside of its native habitat it rarely reaches its maximum height of 90 feet (usually up to about 30 feet tall). This member of the Ebony family is a beautiful tree with smooth grey bark, glossy dark green leaves that turn golden in the fall and small yellow edible fruit. The Date Plum Persimmon leaves are wide, oval, glossy dark green with a pointed tip, 4 to 5 inches in length and are frost tender.It is dioecious with male and female flowers growing on different trees. Male flowers are produced on shoots in groups of up to three, while the female flowers are solitary and hang down in rows, both of which bloom in July. At least both a male and female plant will be required to get seeds. However, the female tree can produce seedless fruits in the absence of a pollinator. The Date Plum Persimmon is a close relative to the persimmon. It is a smaller fruit to about 3/4 inches wide. It bears a globose yellow fruit that turns purple-brown when fully ripe. Like the persimmon, the Date Plum Persimmon loses its astringency when fully ripe. The flesh is then very soft and rich in flavor. The fruit is consumed raw, cooked or dried in which case they have a date like flavor, hence the name Date Plum. They are also used in making of dried fruit leathers, jams and jellies, sweets, ice cream and sweet sauces. The fruit pulp freezes well and It can be used to make a brandy. The Date Plum Tree (Diospyros lotus) was known to the ancient Greeks as 'the fruit of the gods' for its delicious fruit, which have a taste that resembles both plums and dates. Mentioned in Homer's epic poem the Odyssey, it was so delectable that those who ate it forgot about going home and wanted only to eat lotus fruit with the lotus eaters. As a member of the family Ebenaceae, the Date Plum has certain traits in common with the ebony tree (Diospyros ebenum), which is well known for its dark wood. Although the Date Plum has dark pink or even blackish bark, its wood is not as black or dense as true ebony, which is one of the few timbers that sinks in water. Its fine grain means that it polishes well and as a result is used extensively in musical instruments, especially as piano keys and also for making chess pieces. Other Names: Date Plum PersimmonZone: 6 to 10 (possibly 5) Hardy to -20°F.Growth Rate: MediumPlant Type: Deciduous Fruiting TreeFamily: EbenaceaeNative Range: Middle East and South Asia Height: 20 to 30 feet Spread: 20 to 30 feet Shape: Round; uprightBloom Time: JulyBloom Color: Yellow-green Flower/Fruit: Non showy small fragrant flowers followed by small (3/4 inch) yellow edible fruit that turns purple-brown when fully ripe.Sun: Full SunFall Color: GoldenDrought Tolerance: ModerateWater: Medium Maintenance: LowSite Requirements /Soil Tolerances: Typically grown in deep, moist, slightly acidic, well-drained loams in full sun. Somewhat wide range of soil tolerance, but prefers moist, sandy soils.Culture: Promptly remove root suckers unless naturalized effect is desired. Once established they need minimal care and require little or no pruning. Fertilize three times a year as you would for other fruiting trees.Uses: May be pruned as a hedge, screen. Used as Bonsai. Date Plum Persimmons make attractive shade trees with the added bonus of delicious fruit. They can be espaliered or used as specimen trees in mixed plantings, where their colorful fall foliage and fruits will be emphasized against an evergreen backdrop. Sowing Diospyros lotus Seeds:For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided.Scarify: Soak in water for 24 hoursStratify: Cold 90 days, 40 Degrees F in a Moist Medium.Germination: Sow 3/4” DeepFor more information about seed pretreatment and growing trees and shrubs from seed, please download this .pdf:https://cdn.forestresearch.gov.uk/2007/08/fcpg018.pdf Germination:Seeds Packets are labeled with seed name and sowing details.Seeds have not been pretreated unless specified in the listing.Seed is not a specific Cultivar (Variety) unless specified in the listing.Due to the many factors involved in successful germination, Seller cannot be responsible for buyers growing methods or mistakes.I have provided what I believe to be a good overview on this page (which you are free to print for further reference), however, it is still recommended to check specialist literature for more details and practices specific to your climate and soil conditions to avoid mistakes in the germination and growing process. 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Location: Elko, Nevada

End Time: 2024-08-15T08:11:55.000Z

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