Fruit-Persimmon-Meader #3
Fruit-Persimmon-Meader #3
Meader Common Persimmon
Native; loved by wildlife
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NATIVE - Smooth, deep-green leaves turn a gorgeous rusty red in the fall ? a spectacular sight in the landscape, especially when accompanied by the ripe glowing-orange fruit. Cold hardy. Ripens in September to late fall. Astringent until ripened. Self-pollinating.
Botanical Name- Diospyros virginiana 'Meador'
Pronunciation- dy-OSS-py-ros vur-jin-ee-AY-nuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 20 ft
Mature Height- 25 ft
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Requires a moist, well-drained soil
Current Size- #3
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Fauna Attracted- Bees, fruit-eating birds (when fruit drops), pollinating beetles
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C40
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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