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Persimmon

Diospyros virginiana
In the United States: Native · also called american persimmon, common persimmon

Honeybees visit American persimmon flowers for abundant nectar and moderate pollen in late spring, supporting significant regional honey flows in its native range. Peak bloom May–June provides a brief but valuable forage window. Dioecious — both male and female trees contribute to bee resources; requires full sun for best flowering.

Nectarhigh
Pollenmedium
Bloom (US) May–June
Hardiness zones4-9
Duration~2 weeks
TypePerennial
Sunfull

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