Dollywood American Persimmon
A Unique, Flavorful Cultivar with Exceptional Growth Habit
Named by Jerry Lehman, this persimmon yields quite large, flavorful persimmons on an unusual canopy of outward spreading, drooping branches.
Price range: $54.99 through $74.99
A Unique, Flavorful Cultivar with Exceptional Growth Habit
Named by Jerry Lehman during a trip to visit Bill Owens in Dollywood, TN, the Dollywood persimmon tree stands out for its remarkable characteristics. This cultivar produces an abundant harvest of large, flavorful persimmons, each averaging 2.5 inches in diameter.
One of its most distinctive features is its unusual growth habit—spreading outward instead of upward. This creates a broad canopy with drooping branches that are beautifully adorned with heavy clusters of fruit. The Dollywood persimmon is an excellent choice for those seeking both aesthetic appeal and a high-yielding fruit tree.
USDA zones: 4-9
Spacing: 15-20 foot centers unless otherwise specified
Pollination Requirements: Many grafted persimmon trees are self-fertile, however, some cultivars are not. Generally a male pollinator will increase the size and quality of the harvest. It is not uncommon to have a wild male persimmon within range of your planting if it is near an area with native persimmons.
Grown & Shipped In: 4x4x9 tree pots with advanced root systems
Shipping Season: Spring (dormant) & Autumn (not dormant) – Subject to tree availability
**Trees shipped in Spring may be bareooted while those in Autumn will always be potted**
Beautiful Beginnings Persimmons have highly-developed and extensive root systems that set your tree up for success from the very beginning by helping it to anchor well and grow vigorously with proper care. Trees are also grown and shipped in a way to help them handle transplant stress better and to be able to uptake nutrients more effectively.
