DWARF PLUM - SATSUMA
By Brett and Sue Coulstock CC By 2.0 (Photo Credits)Botanical Name: Prunus salicina
Description
Red to purple flesh with a freestone. The flavour is good, the growth vigorous and its bears particularly well, in fact to get large fruits it may require thinning. The firm, juicy flesh has a sweet spicy flavour. 350 - 400 hours chill. Bears November to early December.
| Image | Price | Avail. | Propagation | Size | Buy Options |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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$49.00 | 70 | Grafted (Bare Root) |
Large |
Plant Information or Specifications
Preferred Climate
Warm Temperate, Cool Temperate
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Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions)
2-5m
Plants required to Pollinate
2 compatible plants (Pollination Required)
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Can it Handle Frosts?
Yes (Often below -2)
Amount of leaves in Winter?
No Leaves (Deciduous)
Suitability in Pots
Yes
Water Requirements
Moderate Watering
Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree?
Dwarf (1/2 Normal Size)
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest
2-3 Years
Sun or Shade
Full (Sun:80%-100%)
Preferred Soil Type
Good Drainage
Soil pH
Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)
Fruiting/Harvest Months
February, March
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