Persimmon Growing Guide
Crop Rotation Group
Miscellaneous ●
Soil
Deep, fertile, well-drained soil.
Position
Full sun.
Frost tolerant
Yes.
Feeding
Mulch with well-rotted organic matter in spring.
Companions
Mint.
Spacing
Single Plants: 6.00m (19' 8") each way (minimum)
Rows: 6.00m (19' 8") with 6.00m (19' 8") row gap (minimum)
Sow and Plant
Prepare a large hole by breaking up the soil and adding plenty of well-rotted organic matter.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
Notes
Stake trees for the first 3-4 years.
Harvesting
Harvesting depends on variety, non astringent persimmons can be eaten while still firm but astringent varieties need to be alowed to ripen until soft.
Troubleshooting
Cover trees with netting to prevent birds from destroying the fruit.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar
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