Izu Persimmon

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Diospyros kaki – Izu Persimmon

Due to import regulations, we are unable to ship Persimmon to CA.

Izu is a very early-ripening, usually seedless, Fuyu-type persimmon. It can be eaten firm like an apple or allowed to soften while still maintaining excellent flavor.

• Ripening: Almost a month earlier than other Fuyu-type persimmons.
• Fruit: Burnt orange in color, ripens and colors up earlier than other varieties.
• Storage: Keeps well after harvest.
• Tree Size: Naturally dwarf.
• Spacing: 10' circle.
• Growing Zones: 6-10.

Plant Characteristics

• Pest Resistance: Excellent
• Disease Resistance: Very Good
• Drought Tolerance: Very Good
• Heat Tolerance: Very Good
• Humidity Tolerance: Excellent
• Sun Tolerance: Very Good
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair
• Shade Tolerance: Fair
• No-Spray Viability: Very Good
• Salt Tolerance: Fair
• Kid-Friendly (Fresh Eating): Very Good
• Deer Resistance: Fair
• Thorns: No
• Plant Type: Tree
• Soil Type: Adaptable
• Edible Type: Fruit
• Self-Fertile: Yes

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.