Persimmon:
Seed Germination
Persimmon seedlings form a long taproot early on, so they need to be grown in tall plastic containers that will allow the root to form without cramping it. Sow one seed per pot in sterile potting mixture, and make sure the pot has drainage holes at the base. Plant the seeds at a depth of 2 inches, and then set the pots in a warm, bright location. If daytime temperatures stay below 70 degrees Fahrenheit, try warming the pots with a propagation heating mat. Tiny persimmon seedlings should appear in six to eight weeks.
Tip
Persimmon seeds have a relatively low germination rate of 25 to 35 percent, so start multiple seeds to increase the likelihood of success.
Seedling Care
Bright, indirect sunlight and evenly moist soil provide the best conditions for persimmon seedlings. Keep them outdoors under sheltered conditions during the spring months before slowly exposing them to stronger sunlight over the course of one to two weeks. Water the seedlings weekly, but allow the soil to dry out in the top inch between waterings to keep the roots healthy.
Transplant and Aftercare
Due to their long taproot, persimmon seedlings need to be planted out at the end of their first full growing season, preferably in autumn after the first rain. Choose a planting site with at least 20 square-feet of space per persimmon tree to provide enough room for their mature spread. Persimmon trees are tolerant of most soil types, but they do not do well in seaside areas with very saline soil. Overall, they require very little care and no special fertilizer to bear a hefty crop of fruit. However, persimmon trees can take three to five years to bear fruit, so they do require patience.
Tip
Spread a thick layer of mulch around the base of persimmon trees to keep the soil moist and to make picking up the fallen fruit easier.
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Japanese Camellia:
- Plant Immediately: Plant camellia seeds soon after harvesting. They shouldn’t be allowed to dry out, and some growers like to soak the seeds overnight before planting. If you must store camellia seeds, put them in the fridge in an airtight bag.
- Planting Seeds: To plant camellia seeds, you’ll need a light seed-starting mix, or a mixture of perlite and peat moss. Wet the planting mix and squeeze out the excess water. Plant your camellia seeds by placing them on top of the planting mix with the eye facing either down or sideways, and cover lightly with soil. Cover the pots with plastic, and place them in a warm spot with bright indirect light (not full sun). Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
- Germinating Seeds: (optional) If you prefer, you can germinate camellia seeds in a plastic bag with a handful of soil, then plant them in pots once they germinate. This allows you to focus only on the seeds that are viable.
- Be Patient: Camellia seeds can take from one to several months to sprout, and they often sprout roots before leaves, so it takes even longer to see progress aboveground.
- Cut the Root. Camellias grow a long taproot that can be stunted if grown in pots. Once the plant has sprouts aboveground, it’s common practice to gently dig up the seedlings and pinch off the tip of this taproot, to encourage the roots to branch out into more of a ball.
- Allow to Grow: Camellia seedlings can take 5-7 years to bloom, and they likely will not be exactly like the parent plant. You can shave a year or two off the process by looking around under your camellias for seedlings that have sprouted on their own, and gently transplanting them to pots or into your yard.
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