Very hardy and productive plum tree. Exceptional red Japanese plums with firm flesh and a good, sweet flavor. Midseason ripening. Satsuma plum is pollinated by other Japanese plums. Zone 6-9.
ZONE: 6-9
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Early blooming. Great pollinator for other Japanese plums. For appropriate cross pollination click here:
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full to 3/4 sun with balanced moisture. Reduce grass competition in root zone. Top dress with compost yearly. Summer prune carefully for airflow and ease of harvest. Spur bearer with fruit throughout the tree. Mid-late season ripening.
CHILL HOURS: 300 chill hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Good. Susceptible to bacterial canker.
SIZE AT MATURITY: Dwarf - 8' x 12'| Semi Dwarf – 10-16' x 15'| Standard – 20' x 20'
