Earliblue Prune-Plum Tree
Description
One of the easiest plum trees to grow! This hearty variety bears early, yielding crops of sweet, juicy plums with purple-blue skin. Yellow flesh is juicy and flavorful making it a great choice for homemade prunes. Freestone. Introduced by Missouri State University Fruit Experiment Station in 1973. Ripens in late July. Self-pollinating, but will yield larger crops if pollinated with another European plum tree.
Characteristics
Bloom Color | White |
Bloom Time | Mid - Late |
Fruit Color | Purple |
Fruit Size | Medium - Large |
Hardiness Zone Range | 5 - 8 |
Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
Ripens/Harvest | Late July |
Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
Soil Composition | Loamy |
Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
Taste | Sweet |
Texture | Firm |
Years to Bear | 3 - 6 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
5 - 8
My Hardiness Zone
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Pollination
Tools & Supplies
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
Planting & Care
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