A gardener harvests a persimmon from a tree. - Emilija Manevska/Getty Images The American persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) tree is a great addition to an edible landscape. Its fall colors and ...

The Pontotoc Master Gardener group was recently hosted by Harry Patterson for some training concerning the identification of trees and other plants such as wildflowers. We met at Mr. Patterson’s ...

Or just start by planting a few pawpaw or persimmon trees. Chances are, you’ll want more. By Margaret Roach Your first taste of a ripe pawpaw or persimmon can leave you hungry for more. That’s why ...

Though it may seem like a daunting task, there are plenty of fruit trees that even a beginner gardener can grow in their yard. Beyond free food, planting a fruit tree in your yard helps to reduce your ...

The American persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) tree is a great addition to an edible landscape. Its fall colors and long-lasting fruit add tons of ornamental value. Because the fruit is best eaten when ...