Sweet Japanese Plum with Cherry-Like Flavor and Texture
Au Cherry Plum produces medium to large, dark red fruit with sweet, firm flesh that resembles cherry flavor and texture. This early-season variety is prized for its exceptional sweetness, attractive fruit, and reliable production, making it a favorite for fresh eating.
Key Features
Unique Cherry-Like Flavor: Sweet, firm flesh with distinctive taste
Dark Red Fruit: Attractive, medium to large plums
Early-Season Harvest: Ripens in early to mid-summer
Exceptional Sweetness: High sugar content for fresh eating
Reliable Producer: Consistent fruit production year after year
Growing Specifications
Light: Full sun
Mature Size: 12-15' tall x 12-15' wide
Hardiness: Zones 5-9
Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Pruning: Prune in late winter to maintain shape and encourage fruiting
Landscape Uses
Perfect for home orchards, edible landscapes, and fruit gardens. Works beautifully as a specimen tree or in groups. Provides spring blossoms and delicious early-season fruit.
Care & Growing Conditions
Plant in full sun in well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil rich in organic matter. Apply mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Water regularly during establishment and fruit development. Fertilize in early spring with a fruit tree fertilizer. Thin fruit when small for larger, higher quality plums.
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