Suruga Persimmon

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Japan (traditional)

Suruga is confirmed in real academic persimmon genetics literature as a genuine, documented Japanese pollination-constant non-astringent (PCNA) cultivar. I was not able to find a more specific individual discovery or breeder history for this variety beyond that real classification. If you have a fuller source for its background, it can be corrected with real information.

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Growing & Care

Hardiness zone

USDA Zones 7-10

Chill hours

~200 hours

Pollination

Self-fertile; does not need a pollinator.

Care info

Moderately vigorous and productive; ripens relatively late among non-astringent types, extending the fresh persimmon season.

Recommendations

A great later-ripening complement to earlier non-astringent varieties like Izu, with genuinely rich, well-regarded flavor.

Flavor Profile

Rich and sweet with crisp, apple-like texture when eaten firm, non-astringent

Quick facts

Skin color

Orange

Size

Medium to large

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