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Plum

Prunus domestica

An easy fruit tree: spring blossom and a heavy late-summer crop. Prune yearly in summer.

Key figures

ItemValueSource
pH6–6.5[1]
Pot sizeat least 50 cm wide and deep[1]
Sowing / plantingwhile dormant, before growth starts[1]

The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.

These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.

Sources

  1. RHS: Plums – grow your own