Diospyros kaki Japanese Persimmon

The Japanese Persimmon is a vigorous, hardy deciduous tree with an upright, spreading habit and excellent ornamental appeal. Large, glossy green leaves provide dense summer shade before turning brilliant shades of orange, yellow and red in autumn. Small, waxy, ivory-coloured flowers appear in spring, followed by deep orange, tomato-shaped fruit. The astringent fruit develops its rich, tangy flavour through autumn and is ready to harvest once the leaves have fallen, and the fruit is fully ripe. The vibrant fruit often remains hanging on the bare branches into winter, creating a striking seasonal display. Perfect for home orchards, Japanese Persimmons are easy to grow and reward gardeners with abundant crops of delicious fruit that can be enjoyed fresh, dried or used in cooking and baking.

Soil: Rich, fertile soil.
Conditions: Sheltered sunny position. Cold, frost and coastal tolerant. Protect from wind.
Size: Height 5m x width 4m