Fruit-Persimmon-Nikita's Gift #7
Fruit-Persimmon-Nikita's Gift #7
Nikita's Gift Persimmon
Self-pollinator: ripens late October
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$9999
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As hardy as the American persimmon and as large as the Asian, Nakita's large crops of 2 -2.5", flattish, red-orange fruit are certainly gifts. When fully ripe and soft this second-generation hybrid persimmon is sweet and flavorful. Fall foliage is a gorgeous orange color. Protect from wind.
Botanical Name- Diospyros virginiana x kaki 'Nikita's Gift'
Pronunciation- dy-OSS-py-ros vur-jin-ee-AY-nuh KAH-kee
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 20 ft
Mature Height- 25 ft
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Requires a moist, well-drained soil
Current Size- #7
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Companion Plants-
Fauna Attracted- Bees, fruit-eating birds (when fruit drops), pollinating beetles
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin -
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune lightly in winter to remove dead branches; water regularly during fruit development.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to maintain structure and remove suckers.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil around the trunk area to help deep root growth.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone
Possible Issues- Persimmon psyllid, leaf spot
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