Fruit-Plum-Italian Prune Dwarf #7
Fruit-Plum-Italian Prune Dwarf #7
Italian Prune Dwarf Plum
Self pollinating; ripens in August
Regular price
$9599
$95.99
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The Italian Plum has medium to large fruit. The fruit has a dark purple skin with yellow-greenish flesh that runs dark wine color when cooked. Italian plum fruit separates freely from the pit. These large freestone purple plums are very sweet, perfect for drying, eating fresh or canning.
Botanical Name- Prunus domestica 'Italian Prune'
Pronunciation- PROO-nus doh-MES-tih-kuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 10 ft
Mature Height- 10 ft
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Average, well drained
Current Size- #7
Bloom Color- White
Bloom Time- Spring
Companion Plants-
Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - BVGC
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune flowering varieties after bloom; water deeply in dry spells and watch for pests.
Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate to high feeding need for fruiting types. Clay soil should be amended to prevent standing water.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone
Possible Issues- Peach leaf curl, black knot, aphids
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