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Diospyros kaki Maekawa Jiro Persimmon (aka Early Jiro)
Due to import restrictions, we are unable to ship Persimmon to CA.
The Maekawa Jiro is a small, cold-hardy tree that grows up to 12 feet tall. This variety ripens when it turns orange and can be enjoyed while its flesh is still firm, similar to an apple.
- Ripening Time: Early, about a week before Ichi.
- Fruit Size & Quality: Large, usually seedless.
- Appearance: A handsome yard tree with a strong structure.
- Self-Fertile: Produces fruit without the need for another tree.
- Spacing: Plant within a 12-foot circle.
- USDA Zones: 610.
Plant Characteristics:
- 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 and feedback are always welcome!
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