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Persimmon Fruit update Autumn 2018

Posted on September 30, 2017 by qwertyqweryt61

I thought I had better show a few fruit photos of this years 2017 crop of Persimmon’s. This variety is known ‘Dunaj’ which produces 7cm diameter fruit, that are relatively flat. It is self fertile, so it does not need … Continue reading →

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2017 Persimmon – Sharon fruiting

Posted on July 13, 2017 by qwertyqweryt61

The Sharon persimmon belongs to the non-astringent persimmons variety. They are cold resistant and will easily grow in the UK without the need for any protection. Tastes a little like an apricot. Harvest September-November. We are anticipating a good crop … Continue reading →

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Persimmon – (Diospyros Kaki) Rojo Brillante – fruitlet Mid August

Posted on August 19, 2016 by qwertyqweryt61

We are now getting to the time of the month where this fruit (Persimmon – Diospyros Kaki, Rojo Brillante) is getting more recognizable. Its already the size of a small plum. We have gone through the June drop, where lots … Continue reading →

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Persimmon – (Diospyros Kaki) Rojo Brillante – fruitlet

Posted on August 5, 2016 by qwertyqweryt61

Small fruitlet forming of Persimmon Rojo Brillante, should be a good crop of Persimmons this year.

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Date Plum – Diospyros Lotus – in flower

Posted on July 15, 2016 by qwertyqweryt61

As a comparison with previous blog article here we have some Date Plum (Diospyros Lotus) in flower. Whereas the Diospyros Kaki flowers were something like 20mm across. These flowers are only 4mm across. Much much smaller, which goes in proportion … Continue reading →

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Persimmons (Diospyros Kaki) are now flowering

Posted on July 11, 2016 by qwertyqweryt61

The Persimmon flowers of the variety Rojo Brillante are now bursting open. The are quite large and are of wax like appearance. Rojo Brilliante belongs to the astringent cultivars classified (CFA), that is has fruits that are astringent and must … Continue reading →

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Persimmon (Chocolate) has now set fruit

Posted on July 5, 2011 by qwertyqweryt61

A good crop last year, and it looks like a similar crop this year. If its like last year, they should taste quite good.

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