Izu Persimmon Tree | Early Sweet Non-Astringent Persimmon

Izu Persimmon

Izu Persimmon, Diospyrus kaki ‘Izu’

Earliest Ripening Sweet Persimmon • Delicious Hard or Soft • Extends Your Harvest Season

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Description

The Izu Persimmon is the early bird of the sweet persimmon world. It ripens weeks ahead of most other varieties, offering a much-anticipated first taste of the season. Its remarkable quality—delicious both crisp and soft—makes it an indispensable addition for those who can‘t wait for autumn‘s sweetness.

An early-ripening variety, providing sweet fruit significantly earlier than Fuyu or Jiro.
Unique dual-purpose quality: wonderfully sweet and edible when firm and when soft.
Produces small to medium, flattened, round fruit with attractive orange skin.
Sweet, mild flavor with a classic persimmon character.
Good storage capability for an early-season fruit.
Self-fertile and easy to manage, with attractive glossy foliage that changes color in fall.

Flavor Profile:

Flavor: Consistently sweet with a gentle, traditional persimmon taste.
Texture: Pleasant and crisp when firm; becomes tender and smooth when soft.
Best Uses: The season‘s first fresh snacks, lunchboxes, or allowed to soften for baking and purees.

Quick Facts

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Mature height: 20–30 ft
Mature spread: 15–25 ft
Light: Full sun (6+ hours daily)

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Features:Foliage: Oblong, leathery leaves with prominent veination; glossy dark green turning russet-red in fall.Flowers: Small, yellow clustered blossoms; fragrance-free; self-pollinating.Fruit:Small, flattened-round shape.Vibrant orange-yellow with glossy, firm skin.Early ripening (September-October).Sweet yellow flesh—delicious both crisp and soft.Excellent shelf life
Habit: Deciduous tree with compact, spreading form
Growth Rate: Moderate
Key Advantages:Early harvest (one of the first non-astringent varieties to ripen).Versatile eating—enjoy crisp like an apple or soft like jelly.Space-efficient for smaller orchards.Reliable producer even in cooler climates.Low-maintenance and disease-resistant
Landscape Uses:Home orchards.Edible landscaping.Container growing (dwarf forms).Asian-inspired gardens

Faqs

Q: How much earlier does Izu ripen?A: Izu can ripen as early as late summer to early fall, often 3-4 weeks before standard Fuyu persimmons are ready.
Q: Can I really eat it when it‘s hard like a Fuyu?A: Yes! This is its special trait. Izu is non-astringent even when firm, so you can enjoy it crisp right off the tree as soon as it colors up.
Q: Is the fruit size a drawback?A: While smaller than some, its early harvest and dual-texture versatility more than compensate. It‘s perfect for quick snacks and extends your fresh eating window.

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Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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