Saijo Persimmon

The Saijo persimmon is an old Japanese variety that is ranked as the best tasting persimmon by gourmets. Wonderfully sweet flesh comparable to the flavor of honey. Saijo persimmon is excellent fresh (allow to ripen off the tree until soft) or dried and stores well. Free of seeds and a consistent bearer, the Saijo persimmon tree is ready to harvest beginning in September and continuing into October. Self-fertile, vigorous, small to medium-sized tree at maturity. Please see below for more information on the Saijo persimmon tree for sale.  Considerations for Saijo Persimmon USDA Zones: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Uses: Fresh Eating, Desserts / Pies, Cooking / Sauces, Canning / Preserves Harvest Period: Late Low Chill: Yes Bloom Period: Very Late Pollination Requirement: Self-Fertile Storage: 1-2 months Disease Resistance: Excellent Rootstock: Lotus Years to Bear: 2-5 years Recommended Spacing: 12 ft.Mature Size: 12ft.Water Requirements: 12-15 gallons per week May through Sept. [TABS] Size of tree Our