Plant Database
Giant Fuyu Persimmon
Diospyros kaki ‘Giant Fuyu’
The Giant Fuyu lives up to its name, delivering all the beloved qualities of the classic Fuyu but in a spectacularly larger package. It’s the premier choice for the home grower who dreams of bountiful harvests of impressively sized, perfectly sweet fruit with minimal effort.
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Produces exceptionally large, flattened, and round fruit with a brilliant orange hue and smooth skin.
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Crisp, very sweet, and exceptionally juicy flesh; non-astringent and ready to eat when firm.
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Outstanding storage life, keeping its quality for an extended period when properly stored.
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A striking ornamental tree with glossy foliage that turns a beautiful reddish-bronze in autumn.
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Self-fertile and easy to grow, offering reliable crops without the need for a pollinator.
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Ideal for fresh eating, salads, and drying, providing substantial slices and generous yields.
Flavor Profile:
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Flavor: Intensely sweet with a rich persimmon flavor.
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Texture: Firm and satisfyingly crisp with abundant juice.
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Best Uses: Showstopping fresh slices, fruit platters, dehydrating into hearty dried rings.