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ASIAN
Chocolate
A
new addition to our collection of Asian persimmons, Chocolate is one that
is a high choice of cooks. Its sweet brown flesh is used for cooking and
fresh eating when ripe. Astringent Ripens
in November. Zones 8-11
Fuyu
The
most popular persimmon in Japan, Fuyu bears fruit that are large,
reddish-orange with a flat shape. Being non-astringent, the sweet flavor
and smooth texture can be enjoyed even before it is fully ripe. It will
bear at a young age, and is a heavy producer so
fruit thinning is usually necessary to ensure large fruit. Ripens
in November.
Zones 8-11
Tamopan
Tamopan
is a popular astringent variety because of the extra large orangey-red
fruit. It has a distinctive indention in the middle of the fruit and an
acorn shaped cap. The ripened flesh is tender, juicy and sweet - great for
cooking and eating fresh. The tree grows vigorously. Ripens in November.
Zones 8-11
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NATIVE
SEEDLING
A favorite of wildlife and
people, this fruit is the sweetest after a good frost. Grows to 25 - 50
ft. in full sun. Needs no spraying. Great for the organic gardener. A
natural assortment of male and female plants is 60% female to 40%
male. Therefore, when planted in groups of four or more cross pollination usually occurs, but not
guaranteed. Ripens in Nov.
Zone 5-9
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