Edible black-fleshed fruits: Provides a sweet, prune-like fruit for eating or natural dyeing
Drought and disease resistance: Requires minimal watering and care, ideal for low-maintenance gardens
Striking bark and foliage: Adds ornamental value with light gray bark and glossy leaves
Attracts pollinators: Supports butterflies, bees, and other wildlife in the garden
Multiple trunk and evergreen potential: Offers structure and year-round interest
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Diospyros texana Common Names: Texas Persimmon, Mexican Persimmon, Black Persimmon, Chapote, Chapote Prieto
Texas Persimmon is a shrub or small tree with sturdy wood and a multiple-trunk setup. Typically, it reaches heights of 10 to 15 feet, but in southern regions, it can stretch up to 35 feet in ideal conditions. You’ll often find it in
Mature Height
20-40 ft
Mature Spread
15-25 ft
Fruit Size
Up to 1 inch diameter
Bloom Time
February to April
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Low (zone 7-9)
Origin
Texas, southwestern USA, northeastern Mexico
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I received a Texas persimmon, fulfilling a larger order from the spring. It came beautifully packaged and in great condition. I live in Las Vegas where they don’t sell uncommon plants like the ones Native gardeners specialize in (I purchased anacacho orchid trees in the spring as well), so I am thankful there is such a good grower out there of unusual native plants. Also, Deidre was lovely to work with back and forth over email and took care of me.