I am a temperate fruit tree producing sweet, honey-flavored persimmons.

Native to China; cultivated in Japan, Korea, India, and Mediterranean regions.

Water weekly; drought-tolerant once mature.

Requires full sun.

Thrives in 15–30°C; tolerates mild frost.

Plant in sandy-loam soil; spacing 4–5 meters apart.

Apply compost and NPK 8:10:10 every 2–3 months.

Botanical name: Diospyros kaki; Family: Ebenaceae.

Fruits are safe; seeds and unripe fruit may cause stomach upset.

Moderate; leafy canopy reduces dust.

Fruits rich in vitamin A, C, fiber, and antioxidants; eaten fresh, dried, or in desserts.

Susceptible to fruit drop, leaf spot, and scale insects; prune for airflow and monitor regularly.

Can live 30–50 years; starts fruiting in 3–4 years; peak yield from year 8 onward.