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Loquat (Japanese Plum)
The loquat plum (scientific name: Eriobotrya japonica) is a small, pear-shaped fruit with a sweet, tangy flavor. Native to China but widely cultivated in many regions, the loquat tree is known for its broad, evergreen leaves and fragrant white flowers. The fruits are typically yellow to orange in color, with juicy flesh and large seeds inside. Loquats are often harvested in late winter to early spring, depending on the climate, making them one of the earliest fruits to ripen each year.
Spring Burgundy
The Spring Burgundy plum (Prunus salicina 'Spring Burgundy') is a variety of Japanese plum known for its dark burgundy skin and sweet, red flesh. This plum tree produces juicy, flavorful fruit that ripens in mid-to-late summer. The Spring Burgundy plum is self-pollinating and relatively easy to grow in sunny areas with well-drained soil. It's an excellent choice for fresh eating, and its firm texture adds to its appeal in gardens or orchards.
Mariposa
The Mariposa plum (Prunus salicina 'Mariposa') is a popular Japanese plum variety, prized for its large, heart-shaped fruit with deep red skin and sweet, juicy, blood-red flesh. Known for its rich flavor, the Mariposa plum is often used for fresh eating, canning, or making jams. It typically ripens in mid-to-late summer and requires a pollinator, such as the Santa Rosa plum, for optimal fruit production. The Mariposa tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a favorite among home gardeners and orchardists.
Santa Rosa
The Santa Rosa plum (Prunus salicina 'Santa Rosa') is one of the most well-known Japanese plum varieties, developed by famed horticulturist Luther Burbank. It features medium to large fruit with reddish-purple skin and amber flesh that turns slightly red near the skin. The flavor is a delightful balance of sweet and tart, making it excellent for fresh eating, baking, and preserving. The Santa Rosa plum ripens in early-to-mid summer and is partially self-pollinating, but benefits from cross-pollination with other Japanese plum varieties. The tree grows best in full sun and well-drained soil, thriving in temperate to warm climates.
Weeping Santa Rosa
The Weeping Santa Rosa plum (Prunus salicina 'Weeping Santa Rosa') is a unique and ornamental variety of the popular Santa Rosa plum. Known for its graceful, weeping branches, this tree adds both beauty and fruit production to any landscape. It produces medium to large fruit with reddish-purple skin and juicy, amber flesh, offering the same sweet-tart flavor as the standard Santa Rosa plum. The fruit ripens in early-to-mid summer, and while the tree is partially self-pollinating, it can benefit from nearby pollinators like the Satsuma or Mariposa plum for increased yield. The Weeping Santa Rosa thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, combining ornamental value with delicious fruit.
Satsuma
The Satsuma plum (Prunus salicina 'Satsuma') is a Japanese plum variety renowned for its dark reddish-purple skin and sweet, firm, blood-red flesh. This plum has a rich, complex flavor with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, making it ideal for fresh eating, preserves, and cooking. The fruit typically ripens in mid-summer, producing medium to large plums. The Satsuma plum requires cross-pollination with another Japanese plum variety, such as Santa Rosa or Shiro, for optimal fruit set. The tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a favorite for home orchards due to its delicious fruit and ease of care.
Green Gage
The Green Gage plum (Prunus domestica 'Green Gage') is a European plum variety cherished for its small to medium-sized fruit with smooth, green skin and exceptionally sweet, juicy, golden-green flesh. Known for its honey-like flavor, the Green Gage is considered one of the finest dessert plums, perfect for fresh eating, cooking, and making jams or preserves. The fruit ripens in late summer, and the tree typically requires a pollinator, such as another European plum variety, for good fruit production. Green Gage plum trees thrive in full sun and well-drained soil and are prized for their reliable fruiting and rich taste.
Kelsey
The Kelsey plum (Prunus salicina 'Kelsey') is a Japanese plum variety known for its large, heart-shaped fruit with bright green to yellow skin that turns golden when fully ripe. The flesh is sweet, firm, and juicy, with a mild, honey-like flavor, making it excellent for fresh eating, preserves, or drying. Kelsey plums ripen in late summer and tend to be later than many other varieties. The tree typically requires cross-pollination with another Japanese plum variety, such as Santa Rosa, for optimal fruit production. Kelsey plum trees grow best in full sun and well-drained soil and are valued for their large, attractive fruit and productive yield.