Diospyros kaki 'Pendula' (astringent Persimmon)

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Diospyros kaki 'Pendula' is a variety of persimmon known for its weeping habit and compact size.

Key details about Diospyros kaki 'Pendula':

- Large fruit, long oval shape with slightly flattened top
- Skin is yellow-orange, changing to red-orange when over ripe
- Flesh is firm with a delicate sweet taste
- Good autumn leaf colours of orange and red, fruit can remain on the tree after leaf fall.
- Prefers mild winters and hot summers, produces medium yields
- Harvest season is typically from October to December

The pendula persimmon is valued for its ornamental appeal and edible sweet fruit.