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Prunus domestica 'Italian Prune'
European Plum
- Large, purple freestone plum
- Sweet yellow-green flesh
- Great fresh, dry or canned
- Ripens late summer
Edible
Full Sun
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Pollinators
Attracts Songbirds
Average Water
Moist, Well-Drained
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral, fertile, loamy soil and full sun. Young trees can be pruned in late winter/early spring and established trees can be pruned in mid-summer. Plants can be fertilized in early spring before buds open with a balanced fertilizer. Mulching is beneficial.
Height: 12-15 ft
Spread: 12-15 ft
Price Level 1: $89.99~#7
Bloom Color: White
Zone: 5-8
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Edible
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Songbirds
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Prunus
Common Name: European Plum
Deciduous, self-fertile tree with a low canopy and elliptic, finely serrated, green leaves. White, five-petaled flowers bloom in spring. Flowers are followed by small to medium sized, oval, bluish-purple plums. Fruit is juicy with a sweet but slightly tart and astringent flavor. Great for home gardens, as a windbreak or hedge.