Diospyros texana (Texas Persimmon) hummingbird friendly used as a border plant

used as a border plant

disturbed sites

The name says it all

We find that it is much easier to curb its tendency to wander if watering only as needed

Diospyros texana (Texas Persimmon) hummingbird friendly used as a border plantTexas Persimmon is a small ornamental tree with edible fruit and attractive exfoliating bark. It is heat and drought tolerant, is slow growing, and fits well in smaller spaces. It needs good drainage but is not otherwise finicky, and it can serve as an alternative to Yaupon Holly. Wildlife enjoy the fruit of this Texas native plant. AT A GLANCE Texas native Yes Water use Low Sun exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom color White Bloom time Spring