Few soft mast species are more attractive to deer than ripe persimmons, but not all properties are the same. The experienced growers at Chestnut Hill Outdoors have developed four varieties of Deer Candy Persimmons specifically suited for success in different regions.
The Deer Candy Persimmons are renowned for their ability to produce sweet, nutty-flavored fruit during the early to mid-mast season, from late August through October, depending on variety and climate. This timing bridges the nutritional gap between maturing herbaceous plants and hard mast drops, effectively extending the window of attraction for deer and other wildlife.
Chestnut Hill Outdoors’ Deer Candy Collection includes four varieties: Prok, Yates, Morris Burton, and Nikita’s Gift. Deer Candy Persimmons require full sun exposure and are adaptable to upland, well-drained, sandy clay, or loam soils. They can even tolerate occasional wet soil if adequately drained. With proper care and climate conditions, these trees will bear fruit in 2 to 3 years, eventually becoming a towering source of irresistible fruit.
Chestnut Hill recommends planting at least two trees for optimal pollination and mast production, though additional trees can further enhance pollination. Suitable pollinators include Deer Magnet Persimmon and Native American Persimmon, among others.
To ensure the success of their customers, Chestnut Hill will hand-pick the best variety to ensure selected varieties are appropriately suited to the climate of their destinations. These Deer Candy Persimmons are shipped in sizes ranging from 18 to 36 inches in their dormant spring stage.
Deer Candy Persimmons Specs & Features:
- Height at Maturity: 30′-50′
- Spread: 20′-35′
- Tree Form: Central Leader
- USDA Zone: 5 – 9
- Blooms: May – June in most locations
- Fruit: Orange (when ripe) 1-1.5″ fruit with 4-6 large flat seeds
- Light requirements: Full sun
- Soil type: Adapted to upland, well-drained, sandy clay, or loam. Can tolerate wet soil if seasonal and well-drained
- Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
- Fertilization: New trees planted in the winter won’t need fertilizer (balanced time released 10-10-10 fertilizer or Espoma Tree Tone Organic) until April or May.
- Pollination: Requires Pollinator. Plant at LEAST two trees for pollination; however, each additional tree will increase pollination for better mast production.
- Suggested Pollinators: Deer Candy Persimmon, Deer Magnet Persimmon, or Native American Persimmon
- Size Shipped 18″-36″ – Dormant spring trees are shipped bare root, dipped in a root gel before shipping, and wrapped in plastic to retain moisture.
About Chestnut Hill Outdoors
Chestnut Hill Outdoors is the best place to purchase food plot and deer attractant plants because they offer a large selection, their plants are specifically bred to attract deer, and they offer customers different-sized plants at different levels of growth. To ensure you receive the maximum benefit from their products, they also provide sound advice and instruction on proper planting and care. For more on Chestnut Hill Outdoors products and how to care for them, visit ChestnutHillOutdoors.com or call (855) 386-7826.
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