Chocolate Persimmon Tree for Sale

A branch of a Chocolate Persimmon Tree with ripe orange fruits hanging from it, amidst green leaves.

Chocolate Persimmon tree in a 3 gallon nursery container isolated against a white background

Two Chocolate Persimmons on a white background, with one of the orange fruit cut in half to show its slightly brown-orange color.

Chocolate persimmon cut into three pieces showing its dark interior flesh, on top of a wood cutting board.

A single Chocolate Persimmon fruit hanging from a tree surrounded by green leaves

Informational video from Perfect Plants Nursery describing the care and features of the Chocolate Persimmon tree

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Chocolate Persimmon Trees Produce Non-Astringent Fruit That Taste of Brown-Sugar, Honey, and Dates

When pollinated, Chocolate Persimmon Tree Ripens With Naturally Chocolate-Colored Flesh!

Compact Fruit Tree: It grows 10–12 feet tall, perfect for patio growing or smaller landscapes
Deliciously Rich Flavor: It produces plum-sized, acorn-shaped fruit with a sweet, pudding-like flavor
Non-Astringent Fruit: Each right off the branch like an apple! Great for fresh snacks, baking, and jams
Bears Fruit Fast: Enjoy large yields in a little as 2-3 years after planting

Minimal Care Required: Plant in full sun with well-draining soil. Drought tolerant once established!

The Chocolate Persimmon Tree yields plum-sized, acorn-shaped fruit with a rich, unique flavor profile. These popular persimmon trees are non-astringent, meaning they can be eaten when firm. Talk about a tasty and unique treat for your taste buds! Chocolate Persimmon are a top-choice for culinary dishes thanks to its complex flavor.

At maturity, the Chocolate Persimmon Tree can reach a height of 10-12 feet, which is perfect for gardeners with smaller back/front yards or even growing in a large patio container! With proper care in a sunny location, it will begin producing in 2-3 years after planting.

Fun Fact

Chocolate persimmons are one of the few fruits that change color from the inside depending on whether bees paid a visit. Pollinated fruit develops the cinnamon-brown flecked flesh and deeper flavor the variety is named for, while non-pollinated fruit stays lighter, seedless, and every bit as sweet.

Chocolate Persimmon Tree Care

Like most asian persimmon trees, the Chocolate Persimmon is very easy to grow and maintain. This is often why Persimmons come up first in the conversation of easy to grow fruit trees. They require little upkeep for their first growing season and then are largely self-sufficient once established. Key points for growing your Diospyros kaki:

Sunlight: Chocolate Persimmon need full sunlight. Give it a minimum of 6-8 hours of sunshine each day to keep it healthy and happy.
Soil: Well-draining, slightly acidic soil is best. It can tolerate light clay but loamy potting mix is often where you'll see the fastest growth and more fruit!
Watering: Water deeply but infrequently for the first growing season; about 2-3 times per week
Spacing: Aim to plant Chocolate Persimmon about 10-feet away from each other or away from structures. This will allow their branches to spread and provide adequate air flow for pollination!

Pro-Gardener Tip

Adding a bit of compost or organic matter to the soil before planting will give your tree a burst of nutrients in increase soil acidity!

The Chocolate Persimmon Tree is a delicious and unique addition to any garden. With its tasty fruits, moderate growth, and easy care requirements, it's a win all around. Plant one today and get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth. Happy planting!

Why Buy From Perfect Plants?

When you shop online for persimmon trees, be sure to order directly from a grower! Since 1980, our family-run Florida farm has shipped sun-kissed trees grown by expert hands. Buy the Chocolate Persimmon Tree online from our store, or if you're looking for something different take a look at our entire collection of best-selling fruit trees. We have almost 300 varieties to create your dream edible landscape.

The Chocolate Persimmon Tree is a compact, easy-care fruit tree that grows 10–12 feet tall in USDA zones 7–11 and produces sweet, non-astringent, chocolate-flavored persimmons you can enjoy while still firm. This moderate grower begins fruiting in just 2–3 years and doubles as an attractive ornamental with its tidy form and glossy foliage. Perfect for home gardens, it delivers unique dessert-like fruit with minimal effort.

At Perfect Plants Nursery, we stand behind every tree, shrub, and flower we grow. Every order is protected by our complimentary 30-day plant guarantee, ensuring your plants arrive healthy and ready to thrive. Unlike many online nurseries, Perfect Plants ships directly from our family-run farm, so you’re backed by growers who care about your success long after your plants leave our nursery beds. Grow with confidence knowing your investment is protected from the start.

How to Care for Chocolate Persimmon Tree?

To care for a Chocolate Persimmon tree, plant it in full sun with well-draining soil and water regularly during the first few years. Prune in late winter to shape and remove dead wood, and apply balanced fertilizer in early spring for healthy growth and fruiting

What do Chocolate Persimmons taste like?

Chocolate Persimmon have a unique and complex flavor that is often described as being more on the "spiced" side than other asian persimmon. When perfectly ripe expect notes of honey, brown-sugar, and cinnamon with a hint of pumpkin and dates. The complex taste makes it popular for all sorts of culinary delights.

What is the best pollinator for Chocolate Persimmon trees?

You're in luck! These asian persimmon are self-pollinating meaning you do not need a second or third tree to produce fruit. That being said, one or more asian persimmons within 50-100 yards can in fact produce more fruit. Planting varieties like Fuyu or Hachiya are our go-to recommendations.

Can I really grow Chocolate Persimmon in a pot or container?

You bet you can! Their mature height of 10-15 feet makes them the perfect candidates for container growing. Once they get to the size the desired height, simply cutting the central leader will prevent further upward growth. However, it should be noted that container fruit often will produce less fruit than in-ground fruit trees.

When do Chocolate Persimmon ripen?

Persimmon are fall fruit much like apples. Chocolate persimmon in particular come into season between October and November, just in time for Thanksgiving!

Botanical Name

Diospyros kaki

Sunlight
Full Sun

Foliage Color
Green

Mature Width
10-15 ft

Mature Height
10-15 ft

Growing Zones7, 8, 9, 10, 11

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