About Plant: Plum
From sweet European varieties to tangy Japanese types, plums are one of the easiest stone fruits to grow. They make spectacular spring-blooming ornamental trees that also produce delicious fruit.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun (6-8 hrs)
WaterModerate
SoilWell-drained, loamy (6.0–7.0)
Spacing18-22 feet (standard); 8-12 feet (dwarf)
Height15–25 feet (standard); 8–12 feet (dwarf)
Time to HarvestFirst harvest in year 3-5
Planting DepthGraft union 2 inches above soil
Germination TimeN/A (grafted nursery trees)
Expert Growing Tips
European plums are often self-fertile; Japanese plums usually need a pollinator. Thin fruit to 4-6 inches apart for best size. Prune to open center for Japanese types, central leader for European.