Hachiya Persimmon aka Hychia Persimmon

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Diospyros kaki Hachiya (Hachiya Asian Persimmon)

Due to import restrictions, we are unable to ship persimmons to California.

Hachiya is a classic soft-type Asian persimmon known for its large, top-shaped fruit that can reach up to 4″ long. The skin is glossy, deep orange-red, and becomes even more vibrant as the fruit matures. When fully ripe, the flesh is soft, rich, and very sweetusually seedlessmaking it ideal for fresh eating or baking.

The tree is vigorous, upright, and spreading, reaching up to 12 feet tall. It is easy to care for and produces a striking red fall foliage display in addition to its abundant fruit. Hachiya persimmons are commonly grown in California and widely sold in U.S. markets during the fall.

• Spacing: 12′ circle
• Hardiness Zones: 710
• Fruit Size: Up to 4″ long, top-shaped
• Ripening: Mid-October through November
• Flavor: Rich, sweet, soft when ripe
• Plant Habit: Vigorous, upright, spreading

Plant Characteristics

• Pest Resistance: Excellent
• Disease Resistance: Very Good
• Drought Tolerance: Very Good
• Heat Tolerance: Very Good
• Humidity Tolerance: Excellent
• Sun Tolerance: Excellent
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair
• Shade Tolerance: Fair
• No Spray: Very Good
• Salt Tolerance: Fair
• Fresh for Kids: Excellent
• Deer Resistance: Fair
• Thorns: None
• Plant Type: Tree
• Soil Type: Adaptable
• Edible Type: Fruit
• Self-Fertile: Yes

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome!