How to Grow Persimmon

A cool-season fruit for the home garden across the warmer US.

Persimmon is a rewarding cool-season crop for backyard growers.

When to plant

Persimmon is a cool-season crop. In the South and Southwest, plant in fall through winter when the heat eases. See your region on the persimmon page for exact timing.

Varieties

Fuyu, Non-astringent, eat firm (Southern nurseries)
Jiro, Reliable non-astringent (Southern nurseries)

How to grow it

Sun & soil: full sun, rich well-drained soil with even moisture.
Spacing: about 500 cm (197 in) between plants.
Sowing: sow about 20 cm deep.
Water: roughly 6 L per plant every 4 days in hot weather.

Pests & problems

Watch for Birds and Possums. In humid regions, Few can appear, so space for airflow and water at the roots in the morning.

Harvest

Persimmon is usually ready to harvest within roughly 49 months once established. Pick regularly to keep plants productive.

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