Price range: 25,00 € through 35,00 €
🌸 Flowering period: Late (May-June)
🍊 Harvest period: October (very early)
❄️ Storage: Staggered maturation
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The Tone Wase persimmon (Diospyros kaki ‘Tone Wase’) is an exceptional variety resulting from a natural mutation of the famous Hiratanenashi. This revolutionary Japanese selection matures 10 days earlier than its parent strain, making it one of the earliest strains available. Known as “the persimmon of connoisseurs” in the northern regions of France, this astringent variety offers a remarkable taste quality with an exceptional sugar level reaching 18-20° Brix.
🏆 Record earliness : the reference variety for regions with short summers and demanding temperate climates.
| Feature | Description | Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Hiratanenashi mutation (Japan) | Exceptional genetic heritage |
| Precocity | 10 days before Hiratanenashi | Guaranteed maturity in the north |
| Sugar | 18-20° Brix | Exceptionally sweet flavor |
| Shape | Square and flattened | Characteristic appearance |
| Color | Orange-yellow | Attractive colouring |
| Bark | Decorative | Ornamental Value |
Tone Wase is the result of a spontaneous natural mutation of Hiratanenashi, a renowned Japanese heirloom variety. This rare genetic evolution has made it possible to preserve all the taste qualities of the mother variety while gaining a precious earliness of 10 days.
In the northern regions of France, Tone Wase is unanimously recognized as “the persimmon of connoisseurs”. This reputation is based on exceptional taste qualities that far surpass commercial varieties.
💎 Taste superiority : Astringent varieties such as Tone Wase offer superior taste qualities to non-astringent varieties in our temperate climates.
The exceptional precocity of Tone Wase is its major asset, opening up persimmon cultivation to the northernmost regions where other varieties fail.
| Region | Harvest | Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Brittany/North | October | Guaranteed maturity |
| Centre France | September-October | Optimal harvest |
| South France | September | Remarkable precocity |
The Tone Wase impresses with its outstanding performance , which makes it a preferred choice for family orchards:
Tone Wase has botanical characteristics that set it apart from other varieties and make it easier to grow:
Paradoxically, despite its early maturity, Tone Wase has a late bud break, a rare characteristic that gives it a valuable advantage against spring frosts.
Beyond its fruity qualities, Tone Wase seduces with its remarkable ornamental value, which is particularly appreciated in Japanese gardens.
🏮 Japanese garden : a variety particularly popular for Japanese-inspired garden design thanks to its habit and decorative bark.
The Tone Wase persimmon thrives in deep, well-drained soils. Its hardiness and ease of cultivation make it an ideal choice for gardeners of all levels.
Choose a sunny exposure sheltered from the winds. In northern regions, a protected location optimizes ripening and fruit quality.
Water young plants regularly, especially in the first few years. Keep the foot clean with mulch to limit weed competition.
The Tone Wase does not require any special pruning. Simply perform:
Tone Wase particularly excels in the traditional Japanese art of drying (Hoshigaki). Its precocity, its non-ribbed shape and its medium size make it an ideal candidate for this ancestral technique from October.
An astringent variety, Tone Wase must be consumed blet to reveal all its exceptional flavor. This characteristic guarantees a higher sugar level than non-astringent varieties.
The harvest takes place in October when the fruits display their beautiful orange-yellow colour. The maturation can be staggered to extend the tasting period.
📦 Optimal storage : harvest before the first frost and leave to ripen at room temperature, monitoring the evolution towards a soft and pearly texture.
Although self-fertile, Tone Wase can be combined with Fuyu Persimmon to compare flavors and discover the difference between an exceptional astringent variety and a classic non-astringent variety.
The Tone Wase Persimmon represents the excellence of the Japanese selection adapted to French temperate climates. This exceptional variety democratizes access to superior quality persimmons in the most demanding regions, while offering a unique taste experience and remarkable ornamental value.
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| Weight | 0,33 kg |
|---|---|
| Age | 1 year (Whip, between 1m and 2m), 2 years |
| Persimmon rootstock | Diospyros Lotus |
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