Hachiya Persimmon Tree
There are two types of persimmon fruit: astringent and non-astringent. The acorn shaped Hachiya is an example of the astringent type and must be eaten when it is soft or else it is far from tasty. The non-astringent type, like Fuyu, can be eaten when they are still firm because they do not contain the high levels of tannic acid the astringent types do. Beautiful tree in late fall when fruit hangs on trees after leaves have fallen. Striking, dark green leaves turn shades of yellow, orange, and red. The trees are two years old and should begin fruiting in their 3rd year. Be careful not to overwater the tree or it could delay its leafing out. Grafted onto standard rootstock (D. lotus). The tree can get anywhere from 15-20′ tall in normal growing conditions, however, by pruning the tree can be kept smaller. Suggested spacing is 20 feet apart.
