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Diospyros kaki 'Hachiya'

Hachiya Persimmon

Diospyros kaki ‘Hachiya’ is a deciduous fruit tree valued for its upright to rounded form and large, astringent, acorn-shaped orange fruit that ripens in fall, creating a striking ornamental and edible display, with glossy green foliage that develops brilliant orange to red fall color.


Mature Size:
Width: 15–20 ft
Height: 20–30 ft

USDA Zones: 7a–10b (best in warmer climates; may suffer damage below 0°F)
Light: Full sun
Blooms: Small, creamy-white flowers in late spring
Soil: Well-drained; adaptable to a range of soils
Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture during establishment


🌸 Landscape Uses
Edible gardens, specimen tree, orchards, patio tree, ornamental fruit tree


🌼 Attracts & Tolerances
Attracts: Bees, birds
Tolerances: Heat, drought once established

Plant type
Fruit Tree
Height
20-30'
Width
15-20'
Hardiness zones
7–9
Sunlight
Full Sun
Growth rate
Moderate
Bloom time
Summer
Leaf color
Green
Fall color
Yellow
Soil
Clay, Normal, Sandy, Well Drained
Shape
Oval/Rounded, Pyramidal
Bark
Platy
Fruit
Yes
Fragrant
Yes
Drought tolerant
Yes