Diospyros x 'Nikita's Gift' (astringent Persimmon)
The 'Nikita's Gift' is a cold-hardy hybrid persimmon known for its excellent adaptation to cooler climates.
Key details about Nikita's Gift persimmon:
- Medium to large fruit, about 3" wide and somewhat flattened
- Bright reddish-orange skin when ripe
- Flesh is sweet and ready to eat when soft and tender like a tomato
- Exciting hybrid cross between American Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) and Japanese Persimmon (Diospyros kaki
- Hardy to Zone 5 (approximately -23°C/-10°F minimum temperatures)
- Grows 3-4 m in height with self-fertile characteristics
- Bears fruit in 2-3 years and leafs out late - often weeks after other trees, which is normal
- Astringent variety that requires full ripening for best flavour
Overall, Nikita's Gift persimmon is valued for its exceptional cold hardiness and reliable fruiting in cooler climates.
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