Chocolate Persimmon

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Chocolate Persimmon

Diospyros kaki x Tsuru-no-ko

Chocolate persimmon is a small to medium sized, oblong shaped persimmon with bright red skin. The firm brown flesh is sweet and spicy with a superb flavor. Ripe fruit is non-astringent. A prized choice for persimmon connoisseurs.

Chocolate Details  
Tree Size 20-25 feet tall, 10-15 feet wide
Flavor Spicy, Very Sweet, Non-Astringent when ripe
Chill Hours 200 below 45° F
Skin Color When Ripe Bright reddish-orange
Fruit Use Fresh or Cooked
Self-Fruitful Yes
Flower Season Spring
Fruit Season October-November
Light Needs Full Sun
Water Needs Regular Water
USDA Zone 7-10