Overwintering guide
How to overwinter ichi ki kei jiro persimmon
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills ichi ki kei jiro persimmon in winter
Cutting ichi ki kei jiro persimmon hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
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Overwintering ichi ki kei jiro persimmon — FAQ
Does ichi ki kei jiro persimmon need to come indoors for winter?
Ichi Ki Kei Jiro Persimmon is hardy to roughly USDA zone 6 — winter lows around -23°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Ichi Ki Kei Jiro Persimmon is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move ichi ki kei jiro persimmon for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water ichi ki kei jiro persimmon in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills ichi ki kei jiro persimmon over winter?
Cutting ichi ki kei jiro persimmon hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.