Q: I had to remove 15 persimmons because of sun damage. One thing I have noticed is that some of the new growth from the main branches is aimed downward, so I am hoping to eventually grow the tree ...

Q. I am interested in planting a persimmon tree in my yard. What are the different types and what do they need to grow well? I am in Riverside County, USDA zone 9b. Persimmon (Diospyros) can be grown ...

There are many things that make fall time in Indiana great. One of those things is the drastic change in leaf color that can be seen while driving down the road. Another is the sweet, homemade goodies ...

Hikers and other rural foragers welcome fall as a time of the year when persimmons are plentiful. The key to a successful wildcrafting experience, however, is making sure the persimmons gathered are ...

Purdue Extension forester Lenny Farlee brings you another edition of ID That Tree. Sweet orange fruit, simple leaves and alligator-like bark are just a few recognizable characteristics of this native ...

How poorly did Hernando de Soto and his fellow conquistadores think of Florida upon arrival? Well, simply put, Florida’s dreadful flora and fauna made founding states like Massachusetts and Virginia ...

Q: I planted a persimmon about a year ago. I’ve watered it every day. It isn’t dying, but it’s also not growing. The roots are all coiled around. How can I remedy things so it will start to grow? A: ...