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When to Plant Persimmon Tree in New Brighton, Pennsylvania (15066)

Location

New Brighton, Pennsylvania

ZIP Code

15066

USDA Zone

6b

Last Frost

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Persimmon Tree directly outdoors 2 weeks before your last frost date.

๐ŸŒฟ Plant Details

Scientific Name Diospyros kaki
Days to Maturity 1460 days
Mature Height 120-240"
Spread 180"

โ˜€๏ธ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Low to Moderate

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Spacing

180" apart

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Planting Depth

6" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 42-90 days

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Growing Persimmon Tree in Zone 6b

Persimmon Tree (Diospyros kaki) is a popular garden vegetable. In New Brighton, Pennsylvania, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Persimmon Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.