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Large, crisp fruit for a longer harvest
The Maekawa Jiro Persimmon Tree produces large, flat, sweet fruit with a non-astringent flavor. The persimmons can be eaten crisp straight from the tree and ripen in late October, extending the harvest after many earlier varieties have finished.
This self-fertile, grafted tree can produce fruit without a second pollinator. Along with its dependable harvest, it adds attractive foliage and bright orange fruit to sunny yards, orchards, and edible landscapes.
Pollination Info
Maekawa Jiro Persimmon Tree Pollination
Maekawa Jiro Persimmon Trees are self-fertile. You will get fruit with only one plant. However, adding an additional Maekawa Jiro Persimmon Tree will drastically increase the size of your crop.
Planting & Care
1. Planting: Plant or repot within 4 weeks of arrival. Remove the stake and ties at planting, as these are only for shipping. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil and enough room for the mature canopy. Dig a hole as deep as the root ball and about twice as wide, keeping the root flare just above ground level. Backfill with native soil and water thoroughly.
2. Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season, allowing the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings. Once established, the tree tolerates short dry periods, but consistent moisture supports better fruit development. Avoid soggy soil.
3. Pruning: Prune in late winter while the tree is dormant. Remove dead, damaged, crossing, or crowded branches, and maintain an open, balanced canopy. Avoid heavy pruning, since excessive new growth can reduce fruit production.
4. Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring if growth is weak or soil nutrients are limited. Avoid overfertilizing with nitrogen, which may encourage leafy growth at the expense of fruiting.
Shipping Details
Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.
| Amount of Order | Shipping Charge |
|---|---|
| Less than $49 | $19.95 |
| $49 + | FREE SHIPPING! |
Product Details
| Mature Height: | 15 ft. |
| Mature Width: | 15-20 ft. |
| Growth Rate: | Slow Growing |
| Botanical Name: | Diospyros kaki 'Maekawa Jiro' |
| Does Not Ship To: | AK, AZ, CA, HI, WA |
| Grows Well In Zones: | 7-9 outdoors |
| Your Growing Zone: | # |
