Texas Persimmon Size:10 Gallon As the State Reptile of

As the State Reptile of Texas and the first animal ambassador of the West sent from Lewis & Clark

it’s sure to brighten any garden

their centers gracefully elongate and take on a warm brownish hue

Spread: 2’-6'

don’t worry—it makes a fantastic comeback in the spring

Texas Persimmon Size:10 Gallon As the State Reptile ofDiospyros texana Common Names: Texas Persimmon, Mexican Persimmon, Black Persimmon, Chapote, Chapote Prieto Texas Persimmon is a shrub or small tree with sturdy wood and a multiple trunk setup. Typically, it reaches heights of 10 to 15 feet, but in southern regions, it can stretch up to 35 feet in ideal conditions. Youll often find it in brushy areas, on gentle uplands, rocky hillsides, and lower slopes. The thin bark of the Texas Persimmon is a light