How to Grow and Care for European plum

European plum, also known as Plum, Damson plum, Prune Plum, Greengage, Garden plum, Mirabelle, Victorian plum

European plum requires a temperate climate to thrive, as it does not tolerate extremes of cold or heat well. It's crucial for european plum to have well-drained soil and be planted in a location that receives full sunlight to ensure healthy growth and fruit production. Pruning is a special care point for european plum, necessary both to facilitate a good harvest and to prevent disease by removing dead or diseased branches.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

Toxic to Human & Pets

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Planting and Growing European plum

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Moderate
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	6-7
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	4-9
Toxicity	Toxic to Human & Pets

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Varieties of European plum

European plum 'Victoria'

European plum 'Victoria' is a variety of plum named after the British Queen Victoria. This cultivar is characterized by uncommonly large ovoid fruits which arrive in abundance. European plum 'Victoria' is self-fertile and so can be grown in a garden as an individual tree and still produce fruit.

European plum 'Marjorie's Seedling'

European plum 'Marjorie's Seedling' is a fruit-bearing deciduous tree known for its late-season, large, oval-shaped purple plums with a sweet, yellow flesh that ripens in early autumn. It has a robust growth habit, producing white flowers in spring. The rich, full-bodied fruit makes european plum 'Marjorie's Seedling' popular for both fresh eating and culinary uses, thriving best in temperate climates with full sun exposure.

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European plum presents itself as either a substantial shrub or a small tree, reaching heights of 10-20 feet (3-6 meters). As a deciduous species, it sheds its leaves annually and is adorned with striking white flowers. The foliage is accompanied by edible stone fruits that exhibit a purple hue upon maturation. A notable feature for identification is the occasional presence of spines on european plum. The fruiting phases occur later in the season compared to its relatives, an attribute that favors its cultivation in cooler northern regions.