Click here for Persimmon Care Guide Diospyrus kaki Dwarf compact tree, fruits top-shaped. Early ripening. Found growing at J. Russell Smith's homestead in Front Royal, VA. Also known as Giboshi persimmon. Ripe when soft. Space 10' circle Zone 6-8 Plant Characteristics Pest Resistance Excellent Disease Resistance Excellent Drought Tolerance Very Good Heat Tolerance Excellent Humidity Tolerance Excellent Sun Tolerance Excellent Wet Soil Tolerance Poor Shade Tolerance Fair No Spray Excellent Salt Tolerance Fair Fresh for Kids Excellent Deer Resistance Fair Thorns No Plant Type Tree Soil Type Adaptable Edible Type Fruit Self Fertile Yes This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, comments/opinions are always welcome Due to import restrictions we are unable to ship Smith's Best Asian Persimmon to CA...