Čibača

Čibača Persimmon Tree is a hardy kaki variety producing attractive rounded fruit, similar in shape to the well-known variety Tipo. It is an interesting choice for growers looking for an early persimmon adapted to temperate climates.

Čibača ripens fairly early, generally during October, which makes it suitable for regions where late persimmon varieties may not always reach full maturity.

This is an astringent persimmon variety, meaning the fruit must be eaten fully soft, dried, or treated after harvest to remove astringency. Once ripe, the flesh becomes sweet and pleasant, with the typical rich texture of kaki fruit.

Astringency can also be removed using alcohol vapour or other post-harvest treatments, allowing the fruit to be eaten before it becomes completely soft. Drying is another excellent way to enjoy persimmons, especially in cooler regions or when fruit maturity is incomplete.

The tree is very hardy during winter dormancy and generally resistant in cultivation. As with all persimmons, late spring frosts can damage young developing buds, but the tree can usually restart from lower dormant or secondary buds.

For best fruit quality, plant Čibača in a warm, sunny and sheltered position, especially in cooler climates. Our trees are produced in different forms and on different rootstocks, including Diospyros lotus for broad soil adaptation and quick establishment, and Diospyros virginiana for improved tolerance to very dry or very wet soil conditions.