Matsumoto Persimmon Tree – Non-Astringent, Sweet Persimmons for Gourmet Dishes 🍊🌳

The Matsumoto Persimmon Tree is a stunning variety that produces non-astringent fruit with a delicate sweetness and refreshing texture, making it perfect for both fresh eating and cooking. Known for its vibrant orange color and crunchy, apple-like texture, the Matsumoto persimmons are ideal for creating elegant desserts or adding a touch of flavor to savory dishes. The tree is self-pollinating, so you can enjoy a high yield with just one tree, although planting additional varieties will further increase the size and consistency of your harvest. Whether you're baking persimmon cakes or adding them to salads, the Matsumoto Persimmon Tree offers chemical-free fruit year after year, with minimal care required.

USDA Growing Zones and Chill Hours

Thrives in USDA Zones 7-10
Requires 100-200 chill hours, making it ideal for regions with mild winters 🌞

Pollination & Fruit Production

Pollination: The Matsumoto Persimmon Tree is self-pollinating, meaning it will produce fruit with just one tree. However, planting multiple trees will improve fruit size and yield.
Recommended Varieties: While the Matsumoto tree is self-pollinating, planting other varieties nearby will improve pollination and result in a more abundant harvest.
Fruit Description: The Matsumoto persimmons are large, squat-shaped with a vibrant orange color and a firm, crunchy texture that softens slightly when fully ripe.
Taste: These persimmons are known for their mildly sweet flavor, with a hint of honey and a refreshing bite that makes them perfect for eating fresh or using in culinary applications.
Ripening Time: The fruit ripens in late fall, typically from October to November, offering a sweet, late-season harvest.

How to Plant & Grow Matsumoto Persimmon Trees

Sun Requirements 🌞: Full sun for at least 6-8 hours per day is essential for healthy growth and optimal fruit production.
Soil Requirements 🌿: Prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0-7.5) with plenty of organic material to encourage healthy root development and fruiting.
Spacing 🌳: Space trees 12-15 feet apart to ensure ample room for healthy growth and good air circulation around the tree.
Mature Size 🌳: The Matsumoto Persimmon Tree typically reaches a height of 15-20 feet, making it ideal for small orchards or large garden spaces.

Step-by-Step Planting Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Soil 🧑‍🌾: Choose a sunny location with slightly acidic soil. Amend with compost to improve soil fertility and ensure good drainage.
2️⃣ Dig a Hole 🕳️: Dig a hole that is at least twice the size of the root ball to provide ample space for the roots to establish.
3️⃣ Position the Plant 🌿: Place the tree in the hole, ensuring that the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
4️⃣ Backfill & Water 💧: Fill the hole with soil, pressing gently to remove air pockets, and water thoroughly to settle the roots.
5️⃣ Mulch Around the Base 🌱: Apply mulch or Weed Pro Weed Mats around the base to retain moisture and prevent weed competition.

Ongoing Care & Maintenance

Watering 💧: Keep the soil consistently moist during the first year. Once established, water deeply once a week, especially during dry spells.
Pruning ✂️: Prune annually to remove dead or damaged wood and to shape the tree for better airflow and fruit production.
Fertilizing 🍃: Apply Nutra-Pro 1st Year Fertilizer Paks to encourage healthy root growth. For mature trees, use a balanced fertilizer annually in early spring to promote fruiting.
Protection 🛡️: Use Max Growth Tree Shelters to protect young trees from pests, animals, and extreme weather 🌳🛡️.

Ripening Time, Taste & Uses

Ripens in late fall, typically from October to November.
Sweet, crisp persimmons 🍊 with a smooth texture and delicate honey-like flavor, ideal for gourmet applications.
Great for eating fresh, baking into tarts, making persimmon cakes, or adding to savory dishes like persimmon-glazed meats 🍊🍯.

Delicious Recipes

Persimmon and Brie Crostini 🍊🧀

Ingredients:

2 ripe Matsumoto persimmons (sliced)
1/4 cup brie cheese 🧀
1/4 cup honey 🍯
1 baguette (sliced)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme 🌿

Instructions:

1️⃣ Toast the baguette slices at 350°F (175°C) for 8 minutes 🍞.
2️⃣ Spread brie cheese on each slice, top with persimmon slices, and drizzle with honey 🍊🧀.
3️⃣ Garnish with fresh thyme and serve as an elegant appetizer 🧀🍇.

Persimmon and Ginger-Infused Grilled Chicken 🍊🌿

Ingredients:

4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
1/2 cup Matsumoto persimmon puree 🍊
1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated) 🌿
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey 🍯

Instructions:

1️⃣ Mix persimmon puree, ginger, soy sauce, and honey in a bowl 🍊🌿.
2️⃣ Marinate chicken breasts for 1 hour, then grill until golden brown 🍗🍇.
3️⃣ Serve with roasted vegetables or couscous for a flavorful meal 🍇🍽️.

Persimmon and Cinnamon Swirl Cake 🍊🍰

Ingredients:

2 ripe Matsumoto persimmons (peeled and mashed)
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 🌿
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon vanilla extract 🍇

Instructions:

1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) 🔥.
2️⃣ Mix mashed persimmons, sugar, cinnamon, flour, and vanilla extract until smooth 🍊🍰.
3️⃣ Pour the mixture into a cake pan and bake for 30 minutes or until golden and set 🍇🍯.

Essential Products for Maximum Growth

✅ Max Growth Tree Shelters – Protects young trees from pests and extreme weather 🌳🛡️.
✅ Nutra-Pro 1st Year Fertilizer Paks – Supports strong root growth and healthy fruiting 🌿.
✅ Soil Moist Transplant Mix – Helps retain moisture and reduces transplant shock 💧.
✅ Weed Pro Weed Mats – Prevents weed growth and ensures your plant gets the nutrients it needs 🌱.

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🌿 Start growing your own persimmons today! Order from Ty Ty Plant Nursery and enjoy a bountiful harvest year after year! 🌳🍊