Diospyros Asian Persimmon Fire Crystal
The Diospyros Asian Persimmon Fire Crystal™, also known as Lintong Huo Jing, is a highly valued fruit tree originating from China's Xian Region. This compact variety grows lower and tighter than many others, maintaining a tidy appearance in the garden. It yields abundant crops of delicious, very sweet, bright orange fruit that must ripen until soft before consumption. Beyond the sweet harvest, the tree offers lovely fall foliage and attractive smooth bark, providing year-round visual interest. It is an upright habit tree ideal for ornamental use, foundation planting, or enjoying edible fruit.
$51.95
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4.5
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Category Rank
753
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Price vs Category Average
-51%
Below average
SKU
27315
Who it's for
- Exceptional Non-Astringent Fruit
- Striking Year-Round Visual Appeal
- Reliable Cold Tolerance
Who should skip it
- Delayed Fruit Production
- Sensitivity to Site Conditions
- Specific Pruning Requirements
Key Specs
SKU
27315
Genus
Diospyros
Species
kaki
Item Form
Trade Gallon
Habit
Upright
Hardiness Zones
6 - 9
Mature Height
15 Feet
Mature Width
10 Feet
Features
- Produces abundant crops of very sweet, bright orange fruit
- Compact growth habit keeps the tree tidy
- Features lovely fall foliage display
- Has attractive smooth bark
- Fruit ripens late in the season (late October through November)
- Considered an Easy Care Plant
- Edible fruit
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the 'Fire Crystal' persimmon upon arrival. The plants are often described as robust, well rooted, and carefully packaged, minimizing transplant shock. While the initial investment is noted, buyers feel confident in the plant's potential for reliable growth and eventual abundant, beautiful fruit production. The unique coloration of the foliage and fruit is a major draw, confirming the plant's aesthetic value in the landscape. This variety is seen as a reliable, high quality addition to the garden.
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