Persimmon - Fuyu Diospyros kaki Fuyu

(Diospyros lotus) Kaki rootstock.

DESCRIPTION
Medium round fruit with orange skin and flesh, it is sweet when eaten fresh, and used in cooking.

MATURITY
Late June (Late season).

SUGGESTED POLLINATORS
Self pollinating.

COMMENTS
This is the most popular non-astringent persimmon grown in home gardens, often more popular that the astringent varieties as it can be eaten when firm. Prune back old growth each year, as fruit is borne on new growth.

TREE CARE
Plant in a sunny position with well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.