{"product_id":"persimmon-grafted-fuyu","title":"Persimmon Fuyu - Grafted","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersimmon Fuyu (Diospyros kaki 'Fuyu') \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreen non-descript flowers are followed by medium - large, deep orange firm fruit. The flesh is light orange, sweet and mild. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandsome ornamental tree of vigorous and spreading habit. Glossy green leaves turn beautiful autumn colours.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNon-astringent variety. Self-fertile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoil: Prefers well-drained, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Water deeply at regular intervals, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: Thrives in temperatures between 7°C and 25°C. Frost-resistant once established but protect young trees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Full sun is best to ensure healthy growth and optimal fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilising: Use a balanced NPK fertilizer such as 10-10-10 in early spring, once before flowering and once after fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePruning: Prune in late winter to remove dead or diseased wood and to shape the tree for better air circulation and light penetration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulching: Apply organic mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePest Control: Monitor for pests such as scale, mealybugs, and fruit flies. Employ appropriate control measures if necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering and Fruiting: Produces flowers in spring with fruit maturing in the fall. Fruit should be left on the tree as long as possible to enhance sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotting: Suitable for large containers, ensure adequate drainage and regular pruning to manage size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding Regime: Minimal feeding is needed outside of the main growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Exotica NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67589337284859,"sku":"FUYU","price":139.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/3826\/3803\/files\/iStock-1064806144.jpg?v=1790551753","url":"https:\/\/farmfreshdirect.co.nz\/products\/persimmon-grafted-fuyu","provider":"Farm Fresh Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}