Botanical Name: Diospyros kaki 'Hachiya'
Common Name: Oriental persimmon, Japanese persimmon Type of Plant: dicot: tree Character deciduous Habit of Growth: Overall Shape a mostly erect and single-trunked tree, with ascending or irregular branching to form a loose canopy; dark brown, textured bark gives the trunk and larger branches an interesting appearance Height 15'-30'(40') Spread 3/4 - equal Growth Rate slow-moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full or partial sun; needs sun for flowering Soil tolerates most; prefers deep loam habitats Hardiness hardy (zones 7-9, 14-16, 18-23): thrives in seasonal climates Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate, ovate-elliptical or obovate; 3"-8" long, acuminate; the blade is smooth above and pubescent beneath, bright green Flowers yellowish-white, bell-shaped, axillary; solitary or cymose 3/4" long, not very conspicuous; late spring - summer Fruit a berry; showy, orange, large, oval, ripens in fall Propagation: seed, followed by grafting Usage: a beautiful small accent tree, used for its form, glossy foliage, and very showy fruit; can be espaliered; fruit-drop is a problem Landscape Care: Watering regular; when fruit is maturing, water less often to avoid fruit drop Fertilizing balanced, in spring; avoid excessive nitrogen Pruning during winter; remove crossing branches or dead wood; thin Pests/Diseases relatively free; sometimes gets aphids or mealybug Special Conditions/Other Origin: Japan Family: Ebonaceae Notes: |
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