November means it is time to pick persimmons. Some gardeners enjoy eating the fruits of our native persimmon, while others harvest them to predict the weather. For years, gardeners have been cutting ...

A ripe persimmon tastes sweet or mellow, but if you happen to try one which is not fully ripe, you will be in for a tart surprise! The fruit of the persimmon tree can vary in color according to the ...

Whether you are searching for the fruits for the first time or your 50th time, take advantage and go shop now Editor’s note: Today we’re introducing a new monthly column co-written by Tony and Karen ...

If you enjoy the delight of a bright persimmon, you'll know that picking the perfect one at the grocery store is crucial. These delicious fruits are typically in season between the months of October ...

There are many things that make fall time in Indiana great. One of those things is the drastic change in leaf color that can be seen while driving down the road. Another is the sweet, homemade goodies ...

JON C. LAKEY / SALISBURY POST A persimmon tree near the railroad tracks at the end of East Franklin Street in Salisbury loaded with nearly ripened fruit. Editor’s note: Dr. Gary Freeze, professor of ...

Q: How do I know when to harvest the persimmons on my tree? A: Before I can answer this question I would need to know what type of persimmon tree you have. Persimmon fruit is classified as either ...

MITCHELL, Ind. — Crouching beneath a 40-foot-tall tree in her backyard, Lee Purlee began picking fruit off the ground. As she collected about 100 persimmons, the fruit stained her fingertips orange.

I've recently gone a little ga-ga over persimmons--the kind of unusual, often overlooked fruit that's in season right now. If you're a persimmon newbie, let me tell you why you should be eating this ...