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Apple 'Golden D.'
Apple 'Pink Lady'
Apricot 'Blenheim'
Melons
Nectarine 'Double Delight'
Nectarine 'Harko'
Nectarine 'Liz's Late'
Peach 'Rio Oso G.'
Pear '20th Century'
Pear 'Shinseiki'
Persimmon 'Fuyu'
Pluot 'Flavor King'
Pluot 'Flavor S.'
Pomegranate 'W'
Raspberry, Red

Genus: Diospyros Specific Epithet: kaki Variety: 'Fuyu'
Nutrient Richness (of 65): 3 Vitamins (highest in) : A, C, Beta Carotine Calories/Cup: 110
Phonetic: dy-oh-spy-ros kah-kee

Family: Ebenaceae

Root Meanings: Wheat (fruit) of the gods Origin: Japan CA
Native: No
Common Name(s) : Fuyu Persimmon
Zones: 6-9, 14-16, H1, H2 Exposure: Full Sun

Water: Little to Regular

Type: Tree Persistence: Deciduous
Height: 30 ft Spread: 30+ ft Growth Rate: --
Blooms: Spring Flowers: Creamy Fruit: Fall

Features:

  • 200 hours chill requirementMedium size, flat shape, still hard when ripe, non-astringent
  • Cool or hot climate
  • Hardy, attractive tree, practically pest free
  • Self-fruitful
  • Orange and Red fall foliage

Considerations:

  • Needs good drainage

Kitchen Use:

  • Fresh eating