{"product_id":"american-persimmon-tree-diospyros-virginiana-fruit-seeds","title":"American Persimmon Tree (Diospyros virginiana) Fruit Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring a touch of native North America to your garden with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"876\"\u003eAmerican Persimmon Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e. Known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"966\"\u003ebeautiful foliage, fragrant flowers, and richly flavored orange fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e, this tree is both ornamental and productive. 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