Jiro Persimmon Tree
Diospyros kaki 'Jiro'
The Jiro Persimmon is a true standout in the fall garden — with its brilliant orange fruit, glossy green leaves, and tidy shape, it’s both ornamental and delicious. Jiro is a non-astringent, seedless Asian persimmon, which means you can eat it firm like an apple or let it ripen for an even richer sweetness.
This variety is a Fuyu-type, but Jiro is especially known for its compact size and early ripening — perfect for smaller spaces, home gardens, and even large containers. With no need for a second tree to bear fruit, it’s a low-maintenance, high-reward addition to any edible landscape.
Light: Full sun — at least 6 hours daily
Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil with good organic matter
Watering: Moderate — deep water weekly in dry periods
Fertilizing: Apply compost or balanced fertilizer in spring
Pruning: Light pruning in winter to maintain shape and airflow
Pests/Disease: Very low maintenance and disease-resistant
Spring: Leaf-out with lush green foliage
Summer: Tree develops firm, greenish fruit that begins to ripen
Fall: Harvest time! Bright orange fruit, leaf color shifts to yellow-orange
Winter: Deciduous — tree drops leaves and rests until spring
Mature Size: 12–15 ft tall (semi-dwarf)
Spacing: 10–15 ft apart
Zones: 7–10
Pollination: Self-fertile
Harvest Time: October–November
Fruit: Round to flat, orange skin, sweet and crisp when firm, no seeds
Why We Love Jiro:
– Sweet, crunchy fruit you can eat right off the tree
– No seeds, no mess
– Cold hardy and low maintenance
– Compact growth habit great for city gardens
Jiro Persimmon Tree
Diospyros kaki 'Jiro'
The Jiro Persimmon is a true standout in the fall garden — with its brilliant orange fruit, glossy green leaves, and tidy shape, it’s both ornamental and delicious. Jiro is a non-astringent, seedless Asian persimmon, which means you can eat it firm like an apple or let it ripen for an even richer sweetness.
This variety is a Fuyu-type, but Jiro is especially known for its compact size and early ripening — perfect for smaller spaces, home gardens, and even large containers. With no need for a second tree to bear fruit, it’s a low-maintenance, high-reward addition to any edible landscape.
Light: Full sun — at least 6 hours daily
Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil with good organic matter
Watering: Moderate — deep water weekly in dry periods
Fertilizing: Apply compost or balanced fertilizer in spring
Pruning: Light pruning in winter to maintain shape and airflow
Pests/Disease: Very low maintenance and disease-resistant
Spring: Leaf-out with lush green foliage
Summer: Tree develops firm, greenish fruit that begins to ripen
Fall: Harvest time! Bright orange fruit, leaf color shifts to yellow-orange
Winter: Deciduous — tree drops leaves and rests until spring
Mature Size: 12–15 ft tall (semi-dwarf)
Spacing: 10–15 ft apart
Zones: 7–10
Pollination: Self-fertile
Harvest Time: October–November
Fruit: Round to flat, orange skin, sweet and crisp when firm, no seeds
Why We Love Jiro:
– Sweet, crunchy fruit you can eat right off the tree
– No seeds, no mess
– Cold hardy and low maintenance
– Compact growth habit great for city gardens
