Prunus domestica is a flowering plant that bears juicy, sweet to tarty tasting fruit in Summer.  Plum trees need to be protected from strong winds and cold weather conditions.  It can be pruned to bonsai or grown as a houseplant.

Prunus domestica has a spreading to upright growth habit and needs to receive a minimum of 6 hours of sun per day in order to produce tender fruit.

• Tolerates temperatures as low as -1°C
• Estimated height: 3-7m
• Estimated width: 5-7m
• Planting distance: 5-6m
• Drought-resistant
• Medium chilling required
• Normal to high disease susceptibility

Cultivars: Santa Rosa, Pioneer, Flavorking, Black splendor.

Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.

Water requirements: Water moderately.

Fun facts: Plums are very healthy and contain high amounts of vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants.  It is also often used to help with digestive and constipation problems.