The Jiro Japanese Persimmon is a delightful fruit tree known for its sweet and flavorful persimmons. Here's some information about the Jiro Japanese Persimmon:
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Fruit: The Jiro Japanese Persimmon produces medium to large-sized fruit that is round or slightly flattened in shape. The fruit has a vibrant orange color when ripe and is known for its sweet and juicy flavor. It's a popular choice for fresh eating, baking, and making preserves.
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Ripening Time: The fruit of the Jiro Japanese Persimmon typically ripens in late fall, usually around October or November, depending on the climate. It's important to allow the fruit to fully ripen on the tree before harvesting for the best flavor.
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Pollination: While some persimmon varieties require cross-pollination, the Jiro Japanese Persimmon is self-fertile, meaning it can produce fruit without the need for another persimmon tree for pollination. However, having multiple trees can increase fruit production.
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Origins: |
North India, Burma, and China |
Height: |
12’ - 15’ |
Spread: |
10’ - 15' |
Spacing: |
12’ |
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
6 - 9 |
Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
White (female) Pink (male) |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Needs regular watering until established. It can be susceptible to scale and borers if in dry locations. Fallen fruit can be messy if not harvested.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Garden, Naturalized Areas, Rock Gardens, Ponds and Streams, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Trumpet Vine, Summersweet, Mock Orange
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* As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.