Saijo Persimmon Tree for Sale

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Saijo Persimmon fruit with intense orange color on a tree branch

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Saijo Asian Persimmon Is the Sweetest Cultivar You Can Grow

Cold hardy persimmon tree perfect for home recipes & attracting wildlife

Incredible Flavor: Egg-shaped fruit with a distinct mango-vanilla flavor & high sugar content
Self-Fertile: Enjoy bushels of sweet fruit every fall with just one plant
Enjoy Fruit Sooner: Your tree can begin producing fruit in as little as 2-3 years
Cold Hardy: Plant this asian persimmon as far north as zone 6, with a full growing range of zones 6-9
Deer Love Them: A favorite amongst wildlife enthusiasts looking increase sighting in the fall season
Astringent Variety: Be sure to wait until the fruit are soft before picking!

'Saijo' means 'the very best one' in Japanese and this is truly one of the most delicious tasting persimmons on the market!

The Saijo Persimmon Tree produces mango-vanilla-cinnamon flavored fruit that's incredibly sweet when soft. It is often cited has having the highest sugar content out of any popular asian Diospyros kaki. Trust us, your taste buds will be dancing with joy!

Cold-hardy and beautiful, it’s perfect for landscapes in zones 6 through 9. A true garden delight with high ornamental value as well, thanks to its bright yellow and orange foliage in the autumn season.

What Truly Makes This Persimmon the "Very Best One"

The Saijo Persimmon tree matures to a height of 15-25 feet, making it a great fit for a variety of landscapes from residential backyards to food plots. The Saijo Persimmon is an astringent persimmon variety. When firm, the fruit is not ripe, so only pick them off the tree once they soften. But when they're ready, it's like having a little burst of flavor and beauty right within arm's reach!

On top of it all, Saijo Persimmon are self-fertile! This means you do not need a second or third pollinator in order for this tree to bear fruit, which you except quiet soon in as little as 2-3 years after planting.

Saijo Persimmon Care Overview

The Saijo brings both flavor and beauty to your garden all in an easy-to-grow, no fuss package. It is a prolific producer once established and with proper maintenance which is easy and straight forward.

Full Sunlight: Aim for minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight each day
Loamy, Well-Draining Soil: Soil amended with natural, organic nutrients like from compost but still drains smoothly is best for Saijo Persimmon
Watering: Water deeply for 2-3 times per week for the first growing season. After this, your tree should only need supplemental watering during true dry spells

From its satisfyingly delicious fruits to its manageable size and easy care requirements, it's a win-win all around. Plant one today and prepare yourself for a fruitful journey of taste and admiration.

Why Buy From Perfect Plants Nursery?

We've been a family-run farm since 1980. That's over 45 years of gardening and horticulture experience. Unlike many growers who ship out stressed bare-root trees, all our persimmon are delivered happy and healthy in their nursery container. Grown in full Florida sun and nurtured by expert growers, your fruit tree will arrive healthy, happy, and ready to thrive. Read more about our complimentary warranty that protects every plant you purchase from us. We stand by our plants. Order Saijo Persimmon Tree online direct from Perfect Plants!

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The Saijo Persimmon Tree is a compact, cold-hardy variety prized for its exceptionally sweet, mango-vanilla-cinnamon flavored fruit. Growing 15–25 feet tall in USDA zones 6–9, this astringent persimmon delivers high ornamental value and reliable harvests even in cooler climates. Its manageable size, easy care, and outstanding flavor make it a top choice for home gardeners.

At Perfect Plants Nursery, we stand behind every tree, shrub, and flower we grow. Every order is protected by our complimentary 30-day plant guarantee, ensuring your plants arrive healthy and ready to thrive. Unlike many online nurseries, Perfect Plants ships directly from our family-run farm, so you’re backed by growers who care about your success long after your plants leave our nursery beds. Grow with confidence knowing your investment is protected from the start.

What does a Saijo persimmon taste like?

Saijo persimmons have a rich, honey-like sweetness with a smooth texture when fully ripe. The flavor is exceptionally sweet and often described as one of the best-tasting astringent persimmons.

Is Saijo persimmon self-pollinating?

Yes, the Saijo persimmon tree is self-pollinating, so you only need one tree to enjoy fruit—although planting with another variety can boost yields.

Is Saijo persimmon cold hardy?

Yes, Saijo persimmon trees are cold hardy down to USDA zone 7, making them a great choice for growers in cooler climates.

How do you eat Saijo persimmons?

Eat Saijo persimmons only when fully soft and ripe—the flesh will be jelly-like and sweet. Enjoy them fresh, in smoothies, or scooped onto yogurt and desserts.

How do you care for a Saijo persimmon tree?

Plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season, mulch to retain moisture, and prune in late winter to shape the tree. Fertilize with a balanced, slow-release formula in spring.

Botanical Name

Diospyros kaki 'Saijo

Sunlight
Full Sun

Foliage Color
Green

Mature Width
10-12 ft

Mature Height
15-25 ft

Growing Zones6, 7, 8, 9

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