Overview:
Categories: Deciduous, Fruit
Image courtesy of Joseph Berger, Bugwood.org
Dwarf variety plum tree that can grow up to 20 feet in height, is adapted to a wide variety of soils and does have some cold hardiness, though does better if shelter provider from the harsh elements in our area.
Spring flowers followed by later fruit that is prized for jam, jellies and drying, it grows best when provided supplemental water during dry periods until established, at which time it has excellent drought tolerance.
Does need pollinator, so best to order two for initial plantings.
Features:
Scientfic Name: Prunus 'Italian'Native: No
Growth Habit: Open
Growth Rate: Moderate
Max. Height (ft): 20
Max Width/Spread (ft): 15
Life Span: Moderate
Cold Hardiness: Fair
Drought Resistance: Excellent
Elevation Range: 7500
Soil Conditions: adapted to variety of soils
Wildlife Value: Fair
Wildlife Notes: Fruit provides food value for wildlife
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Ordering Information:
Our 2021 Tree Program is Open.
- Trees for Conservation Program Seedling Tree Program is Open for order from November 30, 2020 to April 16, 2021, with an estimated arrival date of May 7, 2021.
- Large Tree Program is Closed to orders, with an estimated arrival date of April 23, 2021
*Trees purchased through our programs cannot be resold, are intended for conservation efforts, and not for ornamental-only landscaping projects. We do not ship orders at this time. Other conditions may apply, dependent upon the program products you choose to purchase. For full details, visit our Tree Program, Shipping, Payment & Returns and Terms & Conditions pages for more information.
