Persimmon (Fuyu)

📖 About This Plant

Persimmon (Fuyu) is the most widely grown non-astringent persimmon variety — a flat-bottomed, tomato-shaped fruit that can be eaten firm and crisp when fully colored, unlike the astringent Hachiya that must soften completely before eating. Growing on ornamental trees reaching 15–25 feet in zones 7–10, Fuyu produces abundant crops of beautiful orange fruits in late fall (October–November) that persist on bare branches after leaf drop, creating spectacular ornamental displays. The flavor is honey-sweet with cinnamon notes, exceptional fresh, dried, or in baked goods. Fuyu trees are self-fruitful, long-lived, largely pest-free, and drought-tolerant once established — an outstanding low-maintenance fruiting tree for warm climates.

📊 Quick Facts

📅 When to Plant in Your Area

🌱 Care Tips

Plant Fuyu persimmon in full sun in deep, well-drained soil. Though adaptable to various soil types, it performs best in fertile loam with consistent moisture during establishment (first 2–3 years). Once established, Fuyu is notably drought-tolerant. Space trees 15–20 feet apart; they're long-lived and eventually form substantial specimens. Fertilize lightly in spring — persimmons need very little nitrogen once established, as excess feeding delays fruiting. Prune minimally in late winter, removing dead wood and crossing branches; hard pruning is unnecessary and delays fruiting. Fruit ripens in October–November; harvest when fully orange but still firm for fresh eating. Fuyu stores at room temperature for 2–3 weeks or refrigerated for 2 months. Trees are largely pest and disease-free — one of the lowest-maintenance fruit trees available.

🤝 Companion Plants

These plants grow well alongside Persimmon:

🌿 Related Tree

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions