The site should receive full sun and the soil be well drained. The pH should be between 5.0 and 6.5. Oriental persimmons tolerate a wide range of soil types as long as the soil does not have a high soluble salt level. Watering Persimmon trees withstand short periods of drought. With regular, thorough watering, the fruit is larger and of higher quality.
Extreme drought causes fruit and leaves to shed.
Any remaining fruit may sunburn due to the loss of leaves. Fertilizing Most Oriental persimmon trees do well with a minimum fertilization program. Excess nitrogen fertilizer causes fruit to drop. If leaves are not dark green and growth is less than 10-12 inches a year, fertilizer is needed. Soil testing is the best way to determine the amount and kind of fertilizer needed.