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When to Plant Persimmon Tree in Kiana, Alaska (99749)

Location

Kiana, Alaska

ZIP Code

99749

USDA Zone

2a

Last Frost

Monday, June 1, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Monday, May 18, 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 2a

Persimmon Tree (Diospyros kaki) is a popular garden vegetable. In Kiana, Alaska, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 2a, you should direct sow seeds around Monday, May 18, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Monday, June 1, 2026. Persimmon Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.