Saijo Persimmon – Diospyros kaki Live Fruit Tree | 3 Feet Tall | Shipped in 2 Gallon Grow Bag Sweet Astringent Variety | Honey-Like Flavor | Self-Pollinating Tree

Grow one of the sweetest persimmons available with Saijo Persimmon, a highly regarded Japanese variety known for its exceptional honey-like flavor. This live plant stands approximately 3 feet tall and ships in a 2-gallon grow bag, ready to establish in your garden or orchard.

Saijo is an astringent persimmon variety, meaning the fruit should be allowed to fully soften before eating. Once ripe, it develops incredibly sweet, rich flavor often considered among the best of all persimmons.

This self-pollinating tree is productive and reliable, making it an excellent choice for home gardeners looking for high-quality fruit in a manageable backyard tree.

You will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Saijo Persimmon tree
✔️ Height: approximately 3 feet
✔️ Shipped in 2-gallon grow bag
✔️ Healthy, established root system
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Saijo Persimmon
Botanical Name: Diospyros kaki
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Growth Stage: Young established tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
Soil: Well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; water deeply during establishment
Mature Height: 10–15 feet (smaller with pruning)
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 7–10
Container Friendly: Possible when young; best planted in ground long term

💡 Care Tip: Allow fruit to fully soften before harvesting for the best sweetness. Prune during dormancy to maintain structure and encourage strong fruiting branches.