Maekawa Jiro Persimmon
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Diospyros kaki
Maekawa Jiro is a small tree and grows to 12' high. Very cold-hardy. Ripe when it turns orange, Jiro can be eaten while its flesh is still firm, like an apple. Ripens early, a week or so earlier than Ichi. Fruits are large and usually seedless. A handsome yard tree. Self fertile, usually seedless. Space 12' circle. Zones 6-10.
Plant Characteristics | |
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Pest Resistance | Excellent |
Disease Resistance | Very Good |
Drought Tolerance | Very Good |
Heat Tolerance | Excellent |
Humidity Tolerance | Excellent |
Sun Tolerance | Excellent |
Wet Soil Tolerance | Fair |
Shade Tolerance | Fair |
No Spray | Very Good |
Salt Tolerance | Fair |
Fresh for Kids | 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/opinions are always welcome |
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