Fuyu Persimmon Tree
Thrives in Zones 7-9
Easy to grow and maintain
Beautiful fall foliage display
Attracts birds and pollinators
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Bloom Season
Summer
Bloom/Foliage Color
White
Height at Maturity
Under 25 Feet
Care
To care for a Fuyu persimmon tree, ensure well-draining ground and frequent watering, particularly during dry spells. Prune yearly to keep shape and clear dead or crossing branches. Fertilize in early spring and protect from severe frost.
Plant Reproduction
Fuyu Persimmon Tree spreads through seeds and root suckers
How to Grow and Care for Fruit Trees
Fruit trees are a rewarding addition to any landscape, offering fragrant blossoms in spring and fresh, homegrown harvests in summer or fall. Popular varieties like apple, peach, pear, and plum thrive in full sun and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. Choose trees suited to your USDA zone, and plant in early spring or fall for the best root development.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and deep enough so the root flare sits just above the soil line. Backfill with native soil, water deeply, and apply mulch around the base—keeping it a few inches from the trunk—to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Water regularly during the first growing season, especially during dry spells.
Prune annually to shape the tree, improve air circulation, and boost fruit production. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced or fruit-specific fertilizer. With proper planting, seasonal care, and a little patience, fruit trees will reward you with beauty, shade, and bountiful harvests year after year.
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Fuyu Persimmon Tree
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Sweet, Non-Astringent Fruit:
Fuyu Persimmon trees produce deliciously sweet and non-astringent fruit that can be enjoyed straight from the tree.
Lush Foliage:
The tree boasts beautiful, lush green foliage, adding visual appeal and a touch of elegance to any garden.
Cold Hardy:
This tree is cold-hardy, allowing it to thrive in a range of climates and providing a reliable harvest year after year.
Versatile Uses:
The fruit can be eaten fresh, dried, or used in various culinary dishes, offering versatility in the kitchen.
Fuyu Persimmon Tree for Sale - Diospyros kaki 'Fuyu'
Fuyu Persimmon Tree (Diospyros kaki) is a tall, deciduous tree with interesting bark and large orange fruits. With its signature rectangular bark and orange fruits, it will make a statement in your garden or yard. Its leaves will create beautiful fall color as the seasons change.
Plant in your fruit orchard, as a focal point in your edible garden, or your yard. It can be pruned or espaliered to make harvesting fruits easier.This tree flowers in spring and fruits will ripen in late summer and fall. Plant more than one tree in order to ensure optimal fruit set.
Fuyu Persimmon Tree Details & Growth Facts
Family: Ebenaceae
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moist
Height: 20 – 30 ft.
Spread: 20 – 35 ft.
Growth Rate: Fast
Bloom Time: Spring
Flower Color: Yellow
Wildlife Value: Attracts birds
How to Grow a Fuyu Persimmon Tree?
Plant in well-draining soil. Avoid planting in compacted or waterlogged soil; this tree does not tolerate wet feet. This tree can be planted in a variety of different soils, including sandy or loam. Water your tree regularly until well established in its new location. Let Mother Nature do the watering. Generally, this tree is drought resistant for short periods.
This tree is a significant attraction to wildlife and will bring bees, butterflies, birds, and mammals to your property. Wildlife will eat the fruit, so take care to harvest and protect them as they develop. Give your trees a balanced fertilizer with potassium, phosphorous, and nitrogen for overall plant health. Avoid fertilizing after mid summer as adding more fertilizer after this time will affect fruit output.
Mulch around the base of the tree or add a layer of compost or a layer of leaf mold to optimize the organic materials in soil, taking care to stay away from the trunk.
Remove damaged, diseased, or rubbing branches that will create open wounds for pathogens to enter. Watch for signs of borers and small insects. Have a treatment plan ready.
What Makes the Fuyu Fruit Tree Special?
Fuyu Persimmon Tree fruits are delicious eaten raw like an apple, or baked into sweet treats.