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Calocarpus 'Little Devil'
Common Name: Little Devil Ninebark
A compact, dwarf persimmon valued for its ornamental habit, edible fruit, and excellent container performance. Glossy green foliage provides a tropical look through summer, turning shades of yellow to orange in fall. Small orange persimmons develop in autumn, often persisting after leaf drop for added seasonal interest. Growth is naturally compact and slow, forming a tidy, small shrub or patio tree that requires minimal pruning. Growing Conditions Light: Full sun (best growth and fruiting in full sun) Soil: Moist, well-drained; adaptable to a range of soil types Water: Average; consistent moisture during establishment Shape: Compact, upright to rounded habit Cold Hardiness: Moderate; protect in colder climates Hardiness USDA Zones: 8a–10b Mature Size Height: 4–6 ft Width: 3–5 ft Features Dwarf persimmon with edible fruit Glossy foliage with fall color Decorative orange fruit with ornamental value Well suited for containers and patios Landscape Uses Containers and patio plantings Small gardens and courtyards Accent plantings Edible landscapes Why Growers Choose It Compact size ideal for small spaces Combines ornamental and edible appeal Minimal pruning required
| Plant Type: | Deciduous Shrub |
| Width: | 4-6' |
| Height: | 3-5' |
| Fragrant: | No |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 8 - 10 |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Attract: | Bees, Birds |
| Exposure: | Full Sun |
| Bloom Time: | Summer |
| Landscape/Use: | Mass Planting, Foundation Plant |
| Shape: | Upright, Compact |
| Soil Type | Loamy, Well Drained, Dry Area |
| Flower Color: | Pink |
| Leaf Color: | Brown, Medium Sea Green |
| Est. 10-Yr Width: | 3-4' |
| Est. 10-Yr Height: | 3-4' |
