fruit tree variety in zone 9a
Fuyu asian persimmon in zone 9a
Fuyu · Diospyros kaki
- Zone
- 9a 20°F to 25°F
- Growing season
- 290 days
- Chill needed
- 100 to 400 below 45°F
- Days to harvest
- 180 to 240
The verdict
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About Fuyu
Mild, honey-sweet, crisp like an apple when firm; the friendly entry-level persimmon, no astringency. Slice into salads, eat out of hand. Most popular Asian persimmon in the US.
Critical timing for zone 9a
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Common challenges in zone 9a
- ▸ Limited stone fruit options due to insufficient chill
- ▸ Hurricane and tropical storm exposure
- ▸ Citrus disease pressure
Modified care for zone 9a
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Fuyu in adjacent zones
Other asian persimmon varieties for zone 9a
Frequently asked questions
- Will Fuyu asian persimmon grow in zone 9a?
Yes. Fuyu is recommended for USDA zones 7a through 9a, which includes zone 9a.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 9a?
Asian Persimmon needs 100 to 400 chill hours. Zone 9a typically meets this range; check local microclimate against historical chill totals to confirm.
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Image: "Japanese Persimmon", by Kim, via iNaturalist, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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