4 Japanese Fuyu Persimmon Unrooted Cuttings - Diospyros kaki - Easy to Grow Sweet Fruit Tree

Japanese Fuyu Persimmon (Diospyros kaki) is a beloved fruit tree known for its sweet, non-astringent fruit that can be enjoyed while still firm. These unrooted cuttings offer an opportunity to propagate your own tree and enjoy the beauty and bounty of this classic variety. Fuyu persimmons are prized for their mild, honey-like flavor and crisp texture when eaten fresh, and they also perform beautifully in baked goods and preserves.

Whether you are an experienced propagator or a curious gardener looking to expand your fruit collection, these cuttings provide a rewarding project. With proper care, they can develop into attractive trees that offer both ornamental value and delicious harvests.

Plant Features

• Produces sweet, non-astringent fruit that can be eaten firm or soft
• Attractive foliage that turns vibrant shades of orange and red in autumn
• Self-fruitful variety, no pollinator required for fruit set
• Adaptable to a range of climates and soil types
• Unrooted cuttings allow you to propagate your own trees

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Diospyros kaki
• Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
• Growth Habit: Upright, spreading canopy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7-10
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer
• Mature Height: 15-20 feet (with pruning can be kept smaller)
• Spacing: 15-20 feet apart for orchard planting

Planting & Care

To root these cuttings, prepare a well-draining rooting medium such as a mix of peat and perlite. Take a cutting with at least two nodes, dip the cut end in rooting hormone (optional), and insert it into the medium. Keep the medium consistently moist but not waterlogged, and provide warm temperatures (70-75°F) and high humidity. A plastic dome or bag can help maintain humidity. Place in bright, indirect light until roots develop.

Once rooted, transplant the young plants into individual pots with well-draining soil. Gradually acclimate them to outdoor conditions. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil for planting in the ground. Water regularly during the first year to help establish a deep root system. Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Prune as needed to shape the tree and remove dead or crossing branches.

What's Included

4 unrooted Japanese Fuyu Persimmon cuttings (Diospyros kaki).