Tag: persimmons

UF/IFAS Growing Market Opportunities for Florida Persimmons

by Eva Sailly
November 19, 2025

As Florida growers look for profitable alternatives that can compete with California and other global markets, persimmons are emerging as a strong option for those seeking reliable yields, consumer appeal, and steadily increasing potential. ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Events, Farm Management, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Dr. Muhammad Adnan Shahid, Extension, Field Day, Fruit Crops, Horticultural Sciences, NFREC, NFREC Fruit Physiology Lab, Persimmon Field Day, Persimmons, Quincy, Stress Physiology

Growing Persimmons

by Duval MGV
November 6, 2025

When we think of fall fruit, often we think about apples, pumpkins, and cranberries This year why not add persimmons to the list. Fall is when their ripening, orange fruits are very noticeable. Not only are they available in the produce section, ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Duval, Florida Gardening, Gardening, Landscape, Native Plants, Persimmons, Trees

Making Astringent Persimmon Edible

by Gillian McGuire
May 24, 2024

Trying new things is a healthy part of life. Even the small stuff counts, such as trying a fruit you have never tasted before. You just have to hope the risk of trying new things plays out well and not poorly. I raise you this: sometimes it ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Horticulture
Tags: Fruits, Health, Nutrition, Persimmons

Fall Fruits and Nuts

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October 19, 2015

Fall and winter may not seem like ideal seasons to plant, but this dormant time is great for planting nut and fruit trees, such as pecan and persimmon. Planting during these seasons allows the soil to settle and roots to establish before spring. Here ... READ MORE

Category: Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, SFYL Hot Topic
Tags: Chinese Chestnuts, Crops, Fall Fruits, Fall Nuts, Florida Crops, Florida Fall Fruits, Florida Fall Nuts, Lawn & Garden, Lawn And Garden Hot Topic, Oriental Persimmons, Pecans, Persimmons

Eat Local: Persimmons

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September 21, 2015

There are many advantages to buying local food. For example, local food is often fresher than food that has travelled long distances, and buying local food helps the local economy. Choosing local foods also protects natural resources such as ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, SFYL Hot Topic, Work & Life
Tags: Eat Local, Florida Fresh, Fresh Foods, Local Foods, Persimmons, Sustainability, Sustainable Hot Topic

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