A native tree that will produce over 30 lbs of delicous, sweet persimmons in late September is a win for any home orchard. Not bothered by pests or diseases this is truely a gardeners dream tree. One of the earlies to ripen, Prairie Star™ Persimmon is self-fertile and can be seedless. the large fruit is ready to enjoy when it is soft like a tomato and can be eaten fresh or baked in cookies or cakes! Although it is self-fertile, like most fruit trees you will see a heavier crop if planted near a male tree for pollination. Most trees start to fruit 2 to 3 years after planting.