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When to Plant Persimmon Tree in Martinsville, Virginia (24113)

Location

Martinsville, Virginia

ZIP Code

24113

USDA Zone

7b

Last Frost

Sunday, April 5, 2026

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Direct Sow Outdoors Sunday, March 22, 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 7b

Persimmon Tree (Diospyros kaki) is a popular garden vegetable. In Martinsville, Virginia, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, March 22, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, April 5, 2026. Persimmon Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.