Diospyros vir Magic Fountain #7
Diospyros vir Magic Fountain #7
Magic Fountain™ Weeping Persimmon
Unique weeping form, honey flavored fruit
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Unique weeping cultivar of persimmon with rapid, upright growth. Beautiful foliage in the summer and fantastic yellow fall color. Small spring flowers are followed by honey flavored, edible orange fruit that ripens in fall. Attracts birds, pollinators, small mammals and the foliage feeds young luna moths. Ideal for small gardens or as a focal point tree.
Botanical Name- Diospyros virginiana 'JN5'
Pronunciation- dy-OSS-py-ros vur-jin-ee-AY-nuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade
Soil Preferences- Requires a moist, well-drained soil
Current Size- #7
Bloom Color- Creamy white
Bloom Time- Spring
Companion Plants- Balboa Sunset Trumpetcreeper – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest
Fauna Attracted- Bees, fruit-eating birds (when fruit drops), pollinating beetles, moths
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin -
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune lightly in winter to remove dead branches; water regularly during fruit development.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to maintain structure and remove suckers.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil around the trunk area to help deep root growth.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone
Possible Issues- Persimmon psyllid, leaf spot
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