Ruby Persimmon

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Diospyros virginiana ‘Ruby’

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‘Ruby’ is an outstanding American persimmon known for producing very large fruit for the species. It has a long ripening season from August through November, with most of its crop maturing later than Weber, Yates, and Meader, extending the harvest after those varieties are finished.

In addition to its fruit quality, ‘Ruby’ is considered one of the most ornamental persimmons, with attractive foliage that resists leaf spotting in the fall. A reliable and productive tree, it is also self-fertile, making it a great choice for home growers.

Plant Characteristics

• Size & Spacing: Tree; space 14' circle
• Hardiness: Zones 5-8
• Ripening Season: August–November (late season)
• Pollination: Self-fertile
• Pest Resistance: Excellent
• Disease Resistance: Excellent
• Drought Tolerance: Very Good
• Heat Tolerance: Very Good
• Humidity Tolerance: Excellent
• Sun Tolerance: Very Good
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair
• Shade Tolerance: Good
• No Spray: Excellent
• Salt Tolerance: Fair
• Fresh for Kids: 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.