About This Product
Botanical Name: Diospyros kaki 'Hachiya'
Common Name: Hachiya Persimmon
A deciduous fruit tree that produces large persimmons. Fruit is acorn-shaped. Skin is red-orange. Flesh is rich orange, sometimes flecked with brown, and astringent until ripe. When ripe, flesh is very sweet. Pick and store until a softer texture is reached. Freeze and thaw fruit to expedite ripening. Self-fruitful. 200 chill hours. Harvest in November to December. Heavy producer. Foliage has beautiful fall color.
USDA Zone: Zones 7 - 11
Sunset Zone: Zones 6 - 9, 14 - 16, 18 - 24; H1
Mature Height: 20 - 30 feet
Mature Width: 20 - 30 feet
Light Needs: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moderate, Regular
