What soil does Persimmon grow in?

It tolerates these soils: average garden soil, clay, sandy, calcareous, acidic.

Hardy down to -18 °C (USDA zone 6, RHS H6). In the colder parts of the country (Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén, Heves, Nógrád, Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg) it may not survive winter without protection.

How far from the house should Persimmon be planted?

Plant it at least 2 m from buildings. Keep it at least 0.5 m from paving.

When does Persimmon flower?

Flowering: May–July, white, pink.

How much water does Persimmon need?

Water need: medium. Drought tolerance: medium.

How much does Persimmon cost?

It sells for roughly HUF 18,000 to HUF 40,000 in local shops, depending on size.

Persimmon

Diospyros kaki

Persimmon (Diospyros kaki) is a fruit plant. Light: full sun. Hardy down to -18 °C. Drought tolerance: medium. Sold in local shops from about HUF 18,000.

Illustration of Persimmon — An illustration of the typical shape of the mature plant, not a photo.

What it's good for, and what it isn't

A small, round-headed tree with glossy leaves that turn orange-red in autumn, while the orange fruit hangs on decoratively long after leaf fall. Most varieties sold for gardens set fruit without pollination, so one tree is enough, but a few crop more heavily or lose their astringency only with a pollination partner, so ask when you buy. Give it a sunny, warm spot out of the wind, and let the fruit of astringent varieties soften fully or ripen off the tree.

Watch out for

In Central Europe it is borderline hardy. Established older trees take roughly -15 to -18 °C, but young ones are much more tender and their shoots and trunk can be damaged at around -10 to -12 °C. For the first years mulch the base, wrap the trunk and plant it in a sheltered, south-facing spot; whitewashing the trunk in autumn helps against frost cracks. Late spring frosts can take the young growth and flowers. The fruit ripens late, in October and November, and in cooler areas it does not always finish before the first frosts, while fallen overripe fruit makes a mess.

Key facts

Light: Full sun
Water need: Medium
Care: Low
Size after 10 years: 4 m × 3 m
Hardiness: down to -18 °C
Foliage: Deciduous
Flowering: J F M A M J J A S O N D May–July, white, pink

Group	Fruit
Light	Full sun
Size after 10 years	4 m × 3 m
Ultimate size	6–12 m × 4.5–9 m
Hardiness	down to -18 °C (USDA 6, RHS H6)
Soil	Average garden soil, Clay, Sandy, Calcareous, Acidic
Foliage	Deciduous
Flowering	May–July, white, pink
Harvest	October–November
Self-fertile	yes
Water need	Medium
Drought tolerance	Medium
Maintenance	Low
Root aggressiveness	Low
Suckering	yes
Spreading	Low
Distance from buildings	at least 2 m
Distance from paving	at least 0.5 m
Litter	Fruit
Planting distance	500 cm
For dogs	no data
For cats	no data
For children	no data
Typical price	from about HUF 18,000

Toxicity data is for information only. If your pet or child has eaten a plant, contact a vet or a doctor.

Sizes and prices available

The same plant is sold as a small pot and as a specimen several metres tall, and the price follows. Prices are rounded and for guidance only.

Size	Typical price
130+ cm	approx. HUF 18,000
140-170 cm	approx. HUF 18,000
150-170 cm	approx. HUF 18,000
150 cm	approx. HUF 35,000
size not stated	approx. HUF 23,000 – HUF 40,000

Frequently asked questions

Data updated: October 8, 2026 · How our data is made

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