Jiro Persimmon

Diospyros kaki – Persimmon

🚫 Due to import restrictions, we are unable to ship Persimmon to CA.

One of the earliest selections from Fuyu, this variety ripens about three weeks before Fuyu. It is a productive tree, larger than Maekawa Jiro, with a hardiness typically down to Zone 6.

• Fruit: Above average in size, ripens when hard with a vibrant orange color. Usually seedless.
• Tree Size: Grows 12'-15' in height and spread.
• Spacing: 14' circle.
• Self-Fertile: Yes.
• 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
• Fresh for Kids: Very Good
• Deer Resistance: Fair
• Thorns: No
• Plant Type: Tree
• Soil Type: Adaptable
• Edible Type: Fruit

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