Diospyros virginiana 'Magic Fountain'

Magic Fountain Weeping Persimmon

  • Attracts butterflies
  • Attracts songbirds
  • Delicious fruit in fall!
  • Let the fruit remain on the tree after the leaves fall
  • Produces a much sought after fruit

  • Category: Tree, Fruit Tree, Edibles
  • Patent: PP25,689
  • Hardiness Zone: 5-8
  • Height: 10-15 ft
  • Spread: 5-7 ft

A distinct selection of native Persimmon noted for its rapid, upright growth and weeping branches. Will reach 10 to 15 feet tall and 5 to 7 feet wide. Female variety, so will produce golden 1" fruit in the fall. Not only a unique ornamental, 'Magic Fountain' produces a much sought after fruit. Let the fruit remain on the tree after the leaves fall, and through a few hard freezes to insure sweetness.

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Attributes
• Edible
• Fragrant
Foliage Color
• Green
Maintenance and Care
• Drought Tolerant
• Mass Planting
• Salt Tolerant
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Songbirds
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer Bloomer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Fall
Exposure
• Full Sun
Habit
• Upright
Soil Moisture
• Average Water
• Moist, Well-Drained
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Diospyros virginiana 'Magic Fountain'

Thrives in full sun. Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Like all fruit trees, it is best to prune in late winter to remove crossing branches and promote good airflow to encourage fruiting.