All persimmon trees are shipped in 4 in x 10 in pots, 12 inches to 24 inches tall and grafted onto Diospyros virginiana rootstock. Price includes UPS shipping within the continental US.

"UKR-15-5" Hybrid Persimmon Tree

The “UKR-15-5” Hybrid Persimmon is a cutting-edge, ultra-rare introduction that represents the pinnacle of advanced cold-hardy fruit breeding from renowned selector Viktor Derevyanko in Ukraine. Recognized by pomologists as the single most cold-tolerant selection of all the elite Ukrainian hybrids, this prized cultivar is celebrated for bridging the large-fruited, high-quality traits of Asian persimmons with the rugged resilience of native stock. When fully ripe, the medium-to-large fruits turn a beautiful vibrant orange, yielding a smooth, custard-like jelly pulp with a rich flavor profile reminiscent of sweet vanilla cream, spiced brown sugar, and liquid honey.

Quick Growing Tips

• Sunlight: Requires at least 6 to 8+ hours of direct, daily full sun to thoroughly mature its winter wood, drive heavy seasonal fruit sets, and lock in its complex, honeyed sweetness.

• Size & Spacing: Naturally exhibits a highly manageable, space-saving tree habit—typically maturing to a compact 12 to 20 feet tall—making it perfectly tailored for suburban yards, permaculture food forests, and high-density backyard orchards.

• Climate & Hardiness: An incredibly tough, resilient hybrid performer that sets the absolute benchmark for extreme winter durability among foreign cultivars, reliably handling severe winter temperatures across USDA Zones 5 through 9.

• Harvesting: Allow the fruit to hang until it becomes completely soft and jelly-soft to the touch; this natural bletting process eliminates the fruit's young tannins to ensure a mouth-watering, premium dessert experience.