{"title":"Plums","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"mexican-plum","title":"Mexican Plum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Texas Native, flowering and hardy small tree, the Mexican Plum is a relatively small tree with a rounded to spreading growth habit. It typically grows to heights of 15 to 25 feet (4.5 to 7.6 meters) with a spread of 10 to 20 feet (3 to 6 meters) at maturity. The tree features a dense canopy of ovate to elliptical leaves that emerge reddish-purple in spring, turn green in summer, and often develop yellow or red hues in the fall before dropping. In early spring, the Mexican Plum produces clusters of fragrant, white flowers with five petals that attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. These flowers are followed by small, edible fruits that ripen to a purplish-black color in late summer or early fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Growing Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Mexican Plum is native to a range of climates and is well-adapted to USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9. It thrives in regions with hot summers and mild winters, making it ideal for the southern United States. Mexican Plum trees prefer full sun exposure but can also tolerate partial shade. They are relatively adaptable to a variety of soil types, including clay, loam, and sandy soil, as long as it is well-drained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexican Plum trees prefer well-drained soil with good drainage but can tolerate a range of soil types, including clay, loam, and sandy soil. They are relatively drought-tolerant once established but benefit from occasional deep watering during dry periods, especially in hot climates. Adding organic matter such as compost or aged manure to the planting hole can improve soil fertility and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexican Plum trees are relatively low-maintenance once established and require minimal pruning. Pruning is typically done in late winter or early spring to remove dead, diseased, or damaged branches and to shape the tree for aesthetic purposes. Mexican Plum trees are relatively pest and disease resistant but may occasionally be affected by issues such as aphids, scale insects, or fungal diseases. These problems can usually be managed with proper cultural practices, such as providing good air circulation and avoiding overhead watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexican Plum trees are valued for their ornamental beauty, fragrant flowers, and edible fruits. They make excellent specimen trees for parks, residential landscapes, and naturalized areas. Mexican Plum trees are also suitable for planting along streams, ponds, or other water features, where their dense foliage can provide shade and habitat for wildlife. Overall, the Mexican Plum is a versatile and attractive tree that adds beauty, fragrance, and wildlife value to the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Texas Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":50422173434024,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 Gallon","offer_id":42369983316136,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 Gallon","offer_id":37717852946600,"sku":null,"price":439.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5.5\" B\u0026B","offer_id":50761704177832,"sku":null,"price":1901.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/8359\/8248\/products\/plum_mexican150.jpg?v=1741394244"},{"product_id":"cherry-plum","title":"Cherry Plum Delight","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Texas+Tree+Farms,+LLC\/@32.3378164,-96.7845477,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x864ee7c8b181d139:0xfecedd6007dde319!8m2!3d32.3378119!4d-96.782359?hl=en\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease call us or\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003evisit our farm\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eif you'd like to purchase!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Texas+Tree+Farms,+LLC\/@32.3378164,-96.7845477,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x864ee7c8b181d139:0xfecedd6007dde319!8m2!3d32.3378119!4d-96.782359?hl=en\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClick here to find us on Google Maps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e214-450-5105\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProduct:  \u003c\/strong\u003eDelight Cherry Plum \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific Name:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrunus salicina x Prunus cerasifera\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eType:  \u003c\/strong\u003eFruit Tree\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFull Grown Size:  \u003c\/strong\u003e12-18 feet tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoil condition:  \u003c\/strong\u003eWell-drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Requirements:  \u003c\/strong\u003eFull sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUSDA Zones:  \u003c\/strong\u003e4-9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelight Cherry Plum is a fantastic interspecific hybrid between Japanese plum and cherry, creating a unique fruit that has qualities of both parents. Fruit is incredibly flavorful, tangy, clingstone and larger than a cherry but smaller than a plum. Crops are heavy even under adverse conditions.  Requires Sprite Cherry Plum for cross-pollination.  Blooms late March.  Bears fruit 2-3 years after planting.  Fruit ripens July-August.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Texas Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":42369985970344,"sku":null,"price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/8359\/8248\/products\/CherryPlumDelight.jpg?v=1741394245"},{"product_id":"copy-of-plum","title":"Plum Burbank","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e \/* This targets the table and the cells inside it *\/ table, td { border: 1px solid #444444; \/* Dark gray border *\/ border-collapse: collapse; \/* This merges the double lines into one clean line *\/ } \/* Adding some padding so the text isn't touching the borders *\/ td { padding: 10px; } \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBurbank Plum \u003c\/strong\u003eis a historic Japanese-type variety developed by the legendary Luther Burbank himself. It is renowned for its reliable, heavy crops and its \"spreading\" growth habit, which makes it an excellent choice for home orchards where a lower, wider canopy is desired for easy harvesting. The tree features dark green, ovate leaves that turn yellow in the fall before dropping. In early spring, it produces showy white flowers that are attractive to bees and other pollinators. The fruit ripens in mid to late summer, depending on the climate, and is round to oval in shape with a dark purple skin and yellow to red flesh. The flesh is sweet, juicy, and aromatic, making it ideal for fresh eating, baking, canning, and preserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 22.8827%;\"\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 77.1173%;\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePrunus salicina\u003c\/em\u003e 'Burbank'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage: Deciduous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-sized, bright green, and lance-shaped with finely serrated margins. The foliage turns a soft yellow in the autumn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers: \u003c\/strong\u003eShowy, pure white blossoms that emerge in early spring. They are highly aromatic and completely cover the dark wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit: \u003c\/strong\u003eLarge, heart-shaped to round fruit with reddish-purple skin over a yellow background. The flesh is deep amber and very juicy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds: \u003c\/strong\u003eA single, small \u003cstrong\u003eclingstone\u003c\/strong\u003e pit. The stone is notably small for the size of the fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBark: \u003c\/strong\u003eDark reddish-brown and relatively smooth when young; develops rougher, horizontal lenticels and a fissured texture with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 – 15 feet (Naturally low-growing and manageable).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width (Spread)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 – 15 feet (Often wider than it is tall).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Focuses on lateral branching over vertical height.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\/Chill Hours \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 5 – 9 (Very adaptable to varied climates). Requires 400 – 500 hours (Low-to-moderate requirement).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLANT CARE \u0026amp; CHARACTERISTICS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/em\u003e. Minimum 6–8 hours of direct sunlight for optimal fruit size and sugar development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eAverage. \u003c\/em\u003eRegular, deep watering is required, especially during the first two seasons and while fruit is developing in summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDrought Resistance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eModerate\u003c\/em\u003e. Once established, it is relatively resilient, though consistent moisture is necessary to prevent fruit drop or shriveling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eWell-Drained Loam\u003c\/em\u003e. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral soils (pH 6.0–7.0). Tolerates sandy or chalky soils if drainage is good. Amending the soil with organic matter such as compost or aged manure can improve soil fertility, drainage, and structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eLow\u003c\/em\u003e. Like most stone fruits, the new spring growth and ripening fruit are highly attractive to deer; protection is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePest\/Disease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eGood.\u003c\/em\u003e Demonstrates better resistance to common plum diseases than many older varieties; however, watch for aphids and brown rot in humid climates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eP\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eartially self-fertile,\u003c\/em\u003e the Burbank performs significantly better (and often requires) a cross-pollinator. The best partners for the Burbank Plum are\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Santa Rosa Plum\" href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/plum-santa-rosa?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=37f04b2b7\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 'Santa Rosa', \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Methley Plum\" href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/copy-of-plum-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=a3468d58b\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Methley'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Ozark Premier Plum\" href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/copy-of-plum-2?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=ebf4f1c28\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Ozark Premier',\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e as they bloom at the same time and exchange pollen effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Mid-to-Late Summer. Typically ripens in \u003cem\u003eJuly or August\u003c\/em\u003e, providing a heavy crop that may require multiple pickings. Unlike the Santa Rosa, which often ripens its entire crop in 10 days, the Burbank can be picked over a 2-to-3 week window. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYIELD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Yield (Lbs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Fruit Count\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEstablishment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e5 – 12 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,3,0\"\u003e20 – 50 plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExpanding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e25 – 45 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,3,0\"\u003e100 – 180 plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSub-Mature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e60 – 100 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,3,0\"\u003e250 – 400 plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 4\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSub-Mature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e120 – 180 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,3,0\"\u003e500 – 750 plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 5+\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFull Maturity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e200 – 300+ lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,5,3,0\"\u003e800 – 1,200+ plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORAGE\/SHELF LIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"7\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 195.938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.9459%; text-align: center; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORAGE METHOD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 15.207%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHELF LIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 63.8471%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.9459%; text-align: center; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCountertop (Room Temp)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.207%; text-align: center; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e3 – 5 Days\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8471%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,1,2,0\"\u003eLet them sit until the skin loses its high-gloss sheen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.9459%; text-align: center; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRefrigerator (33°F - 38°F)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.207%; text-align: center; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2 – 3 Weeks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8471%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,2,2,0\"\u003eBest kept in the crisper drawer; avoids \"shriveling.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.9459%; text-align: center; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFrozen (Pitted)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.207%; text-align: center; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e12 Months\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8471%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,3,2,0\"\u003eHolds shape well for winter tarts and cobblers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.9459%; text-align: center; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePreserves \/ Jams\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.207%; text-align: center; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2 Years\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8471%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,4,2,0\"\u003eHigh pectin content makes for an excellent set without extra additives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRUNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. \u003cstrong\u003eCounteracting the \"Weeping\" Habit: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Burbank often sends out long, thin branches that curve toward the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Cut: \u003c\/strong\u003eAlways prune to an upward-facing bud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Logic:\u003c\/strong\u003e This forces the new growth to head toward the sky before the weight of the fruit pulls it down. If you prune to a downward bud, the branch will eventually touch the mulch, inviting pests and rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. \u003cstrong\u003eHard Heading for Structural Strength\u003c\/strong\u003e: In the first two years after installation, do not be afraid to be aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Action: \u003c\/strong\u003eCut the previous year's long growth back by 50%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Result: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis causes the remaining branch to \"girth up\" and become thick and woody. A thick branch acts as a \"cantilever\" that can hold heavy clusters of plums without breaking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. \u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Light Window\" Management: \u003c\/strong\u003eBecause the Burbank has such dense foliage, the interior spurs often \"blind\" (die off) due to lack of light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Protocol: \u003c\/strong\u003eThin out the center of the vase so that dappled sunlight hits the main trunk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Pro-Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you see a branch growing directly toward the center of the tree, remove it entirely. You want the tree to look like a wide-rimmed bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. \u003cstrong\u003eManaging the \"Spur-Overload\": \u003c\/strong\u003eAfter a few years, a single branch might be covered in hundreds of tiny fruiting spurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the spurs become too crowded (closer than 2 inches apart), use your snips to remove every third spur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Payoff:\u003c\/strong\u003e This directs the tree's energy into the remaining spurs, resulting in the \"Jumbo\" size fruit the Burbank is capable of producing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRUNING SUMMARY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Goal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeading Back\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,1,0\"\u003eLate Winter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,2,0\"\u003eShortening long \"weepers\" to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003estiffen the wood\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpur Preservation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,1,0\"\u003eLate Winter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,2,0\"\u003eIdentifying and protecting the 2-to-4 inch fruiting spurs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThinning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,1,0\"\u003eSummer (Post-Harvest)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,2,0\"\u003eRemoving vertical \"water sprouts\" to let light into the center.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Texas Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":46723743711400,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/8359\/8248\/files\/bd6e8549-f0ff-4037-a6b9-eba0d5d220f9.png?v=1771619041"},{"product_id":"copy-of-plum-1","title":"Plum Methley","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e \/* This targets the table and the cells inside it *\/ table, td { border: 1px solid #444444; \/* Dark gray border *\/ border-collapse: collapse; \/* This merges the double lines into one clean line *\/ } \/* Adding some padding so the text isn't touching the borders *\/ td { padding: 10px; } \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMethley Plum \u003c\/strong\u003eis widely considered the \"perfect beginner's plum.\" It is a Japanese variety prized for its heavy crops, delicious flavor, and beautiful spring floral display. It is one of the most popular plums for home orchards because it is remarkably low-maintenance and highly adaptable to various climates. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 532.282px;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 20.605%;\"\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 79.395%;\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem data-processed=\"true\" class=\"eujQNb\"\u003ePrunus salicina\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 'Methley'\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 275.938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 275.938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage: Deciduous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 275.938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves: \u003c\/strong\u003eLush, glossy, bright green leaves that are ovate to elliptic in shape with fine, serrated (toothy) margins. They provide a dense, lush canopy throughout the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers: \u003c\/strong\u003eSpectacular, fragrant white blooms that emerge in early early spring and turn shades of yellow during the fall before dormancy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small-to-medium, round plums with a deep reddish-purple skin and sweet, juicy red flesh. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e A single, medium-sized hard pit at the center. It is a \u003cstrong\u003e\"clingstone\"\u003c\/strong\u003e variety, meaning the pit stays attached to the flesh. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and dark reddish-brown when young, developing a more textured, grey-brown appearance with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e10-20 feet (Standard); 8-10 feet (Dwarf)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width (Spread)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e10-20 feet (Spreading canopy)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFast-growing (Expect 24+ inches of growth per year). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 74.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 74.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\/ Chill Hours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 74.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eZone 4-9; Low chill hours 150-250 hours (Very low chill requirement, making it one of the few plums that thrives int eh deep South\/Florida\/Texas, while remaining cold-hardy for the North). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePLANT CARE \u0026amp; CHARACTERISTICS \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/em\u003e; (6-8 hours per day). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eModerate. \u003c\/em\u003eRequires consistent moisture for healthy growth and fruit production. \u003cspan\u003eEnsure the soil is moist several inches down, but allowed to dry slightly between waterings. Do not waterlog. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause the Methley produces so much fruit, the sugar content can drop if the tree is over-watered during the final 2 weeks of ripening. Aim to \"taper off\" the watering about 10 days before harvest. This concentrates the sugars and results in that famous \"honey-sweet\" Methley flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDrought Resistance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eModerate\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003eMethley plum trees are highly drought-tolerant and heat-resistant once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eAdaptable and \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWell-Drained.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prefer a slightly acidic to neutral pH soil. They can tolerate various soil types, including loamy, sandy, or clay soil, as long as it's well-drained and fertile. Amending the soil with organic matter, such as compost or aged manure, can improve soil structure and fertility, promoting healthy growth and fruit production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eLow. \u003c\/em\u003eThey are highly attractive to deer, which eat both the fruit and foliage. While the trees are hardy and disease-resistant, young trees require protection, such as fencing or tree tubes, to prevent significant browse damage.\u003cspan class=\"uJ19be notranslate\" data-wiz-uids=\"k8IrF_g,k8IrF_h\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"class=k8IrF_f\/TKHnVd\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePest\/Disease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHigh\u003c\/em\u003e; High resistance to \u003cstrong\u003eBacterial Spot \u003c\/strong\u003eand generally very rugged. However, like most plums, it is susceptible to the \u003cstrong\u003ePlum Curculio\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Rot \u003c\/strong\u003eif the air circulation is poor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"uJ19be notranslate\" data-wiz-uids=\"k8IrF_g,k8IrF_h\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"class=k8IrF_f\/TKHnVd\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Sanitation is Key:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because the Methley is so juicy, any punctured fruit will attract wasps and \"Green June Beetles.\" Prune away any \"mummies\" (shriveled, dried fruit from last year) during your winter pruning, as these carry fungal spores.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eSelf-pollinating. \u003c\/em\u003eIt does not require a second tree to produce fruit but yields increase if planted with another Japanese variety like\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e '\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/plum-santa-rosa?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=santa\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" title=\"Santa Rosa\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSanta Rosa' \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eor\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/plum-allred?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2d5fa11a7\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Allred Plum\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 'Allred'. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVery early, typically from late \u003cem\u003eMay to early July.\u003c\/em\u003e It is one of the first plums to ripen each season. One of the best traits of the Methley is its long hang time. Unlike other plums that must be picked the moment they turn color, Methley plums can stay on the tree for 2 to 3 weeks, getting sweeter as they hang. Unlike some pears that skip a year (biennial), the Methley is a consistent annual producer. It will bloom through almost anything, though a very late hard freeze can occasionally thin the crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Know your Methley Plum is Ready to Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. \u003cstrong\u003eThe Color Shift: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe skin will move from a reddish-green to a solid, deep reddish-purple. The flesh inside should be a vibrant, translucent red (not amber or green).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. \u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Dusky Bloom\": \u003c\/strong\u003eLook for a natural, waxy white powder (called \"bloom\") to develop on the skin. This is a sign of a mature plum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. \u003cstrong\u003eThe Squeeze Test:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the fruit a gentle press. A ripe Methley will feel soft and \"springy\" near the blossom end (the bottom of the fruit). If it feels like a soft marshmallow, it is at its peak sugar content. If it feels like a rubber ball, it needs 2 more days on the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.\u003cstrong\u003e The Snap Test:\u003c\/strong\u003e Like most stone fruits, a ripe Methley will detach with a simple upward tilt and a light pull. If you have to tug, it’s not ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. \u003cstrong\u003eWatch the \"Fruit Drop\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike your pears, which stay attached to the tree quite well, a ripe Methley will drop to the ground the moment it hits peak maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Harvest Warning: The \"Plum Explosion\":\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Methley is a prolific bearer. It produces so much fruit that it often grows in dense, heavy clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThinning: \u003c\/strong\u003eIf you don't thin the fruit to one plum every 4 inches in early spring, the tree will produce hundreds of tiny, golf-ball-sized plums that are mostly pit and skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBranch Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because the fruit is heavy and the tree is a fast grower, branches can snap in June. If your tree is heavily laden, you may need to prop up the lower branches with 2x4s as the harvest approaches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"One-Pass\" vs. \"Multi-Pass\": \u003c\/strong\u003eBecause of the long hang time, you don't have to harvest the whole tree at once. You can pick the sun-ripened fruit from the top\/outside and leave the inner fruit to ripen for another week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eYIELD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYield (Bushels)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYield (lbs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0,0\"\u003eYear 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,1,1,0\"\u003eEarly Harvest\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,1,2,0\"\u003e0.5 – 1 Bushel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,3,0\"\u003e25 – 50 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0,0\"\u003eYear 2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,2,1,0\"\u003eVigorous Producer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,2,2,0\"\u003e2 – 3 Bushels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,3,0\"\u003e100 – 150 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0,0\"\u003eYear 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,3,1,0\"\u003eHigh Output\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,3,2,0\"\u003e4 – 5 Bushels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,3,0\"\u003e200 – 250 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0,0\"\u003eYear 4\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,4,1,0\"\u003eSub-Mature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,4,2,0\"\u003e6 – 8 Bushels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,3,0\"\u003e300 – 400 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,5,0,0\"\u003eYear 5+\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,5,1,0\"\u003eFull Maturity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,5,2,0\"\u003e8 – 12+ Bushels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,5,3,0\"\u003e400 – 600+ lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSTORAGE\/SHELF LIFE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"3\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 195.938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.9595%; text-align: center; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORAGE METHOD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 16.5549%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHELF LIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 61.4856%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.9595%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCountertop (Room Temp)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.5549%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 – 3 Days\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.4856%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,2,0\"\u003eMethleys \"melt\" quickly at room temp. Eat or process immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.9595%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRefrigerator (35°F - 40°F)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.5549%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 – 2 Weeks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.4856%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,2,0\"\u003eBest for fresh eating. Keep in a single layer to prevent crushing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.9595%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCold Storage (32°F)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.5549%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2 – 3 Weeks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.4856%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,2,0\"\u003eQuality begins to drop after 14 days as the flesh can become mealy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.9595%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFrozen \/ Jam\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.5549%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e12+ Months\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.4856%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSuperior.\u003c\/b\u003e Its deep red juice makes the best-looking plum jelly. Methleys are perfect for \"smoothie packs.\" Just wash them, pop them into a freezer bag whole, and the skins will slip right off when you defrost them later for sauces or smoothies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePRUNING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. \u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Open Center\" (Vase) System: \u003c\/strong\u003eLike the Allred, the Methley performs best when pruned into a bowl shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Logic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Methley plums are prone to \"brown rot\" fungus. By removing the central leader and keeping the middle of the tree empty, you allow wind to dry the fruit quickly after a rain, preventing the crop from rotting on the branch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Cut: \u003c\/strong\u003eOn your 15-Gallon stock, identify the 3 or 4 strongest \"scaffold\" branches growing outward. Remove anything growing straight up the middle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. \u003cstrong\u003eAggressive \"Heading Back\": \u003c\/strong\u003eBecause Methley branches grow so long and thin, they act like fishing rods—they bend until they snap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe 50% Rule: \u003c\/strong\u003eFor every long \"whip\" that grew last summer, cut it back by half.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Result:\u003c\/strong\u003e This forces the branch to put its energy into \"girth\" (thickness). A thick branch can hold 40 lbs of plums; a thin one will break with 10 lbs. Always cut to an outward-facing bud to keep the tree spreading wide rather than tall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. \u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Two-Finger\" Thinning Rule: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is technically \"fruit pruning,\" and for a Methley, it is mandatory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Cluster Problem: \u003c\/strong\u003eMethley is famous for setting fruit in tight clusters of 6 to 10 plums. If you do not thin these to one plum every 4 inches, the individual fruits will stay small (the size of a large cherry) and the branches of your tree may snap. If the plums are touching, they trap moisture and rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Technique: \u003c\/strong\u003eIn May, when the plums are the size of a nickel, thin them so that there are two finger-widths of space between each fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Payoff: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis reduces the total weight on the branch by 60%, ensuring the tree survives the season, and it doubles the size of the remaining plums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePRUNING SUMMARY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Goal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\"\u003eDormant Pruning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\"\u003eLate Jan \/ Feb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,2,0\"\u003eThinning.\u003c\/b\u003e Removing 30% of last year's growth to stiffen the branches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\"\u003eVase Training\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,0\"\u003eEarly Years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,2,0\"\u003eLight.\u003c\/b\u003e Creating a hollow center so the interior plums ripen properly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\"\u003eSummer Pruning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,1,0\"\u003eLate June (Post-Harvest)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,2,0\"\u003eVigor Control.\u003c\/b\u003e Cutting back the \"sky-shooters\" that grew since spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Texas Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":42906944635048,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"15 Gallon","offer_id":55291834499240,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/8359\/8248\/files\/ec73407b-d5c3-4a22-a69c-d82147e53a5a.png?v=1771339252"},{"product_id":"copy-of-plum-2","title":"Plum Ozark Premier","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e \/* This targets the table and the cells inside it *\/ table, td { border: 1px solid #444444; \/* Dark gray border *\/ border-collapse: collapse; \/* This merges the double lines into one clean line *\/ } \/* Adding some padding so the text isn't touching the borders *\/ td { padding: 10px; } \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOzark Premier Plum\u003c\/strong\u003e is a standout in any orchard, known for producing some of the largest fruit of any Japanese-type plum. It is a cross between the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/copy-of-plum?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=0aabdf028\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Burbank Plum\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Burbank' \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eand \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/copy-of-plum-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=976eac17f\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Methley Plum\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Methley'.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Ozark Premier Plum trees typically produce medium-sized, reddish-purple fruit with yellow flesh that can be up to the size of a peach. The fruit is known for its sweet, juicy flavor. Ozark Premiers are particularly valued for their \u003cstrong\u003e\"precocity,\"\u003c\/strong\u003e frequently beginning to bear fruit within just a year or two of installation. The tree itself is deciduous, featuring ovate, glossy green leaves that turn yellow in the fall. In spring, it produces fragrant white flowers, adding ornamental value to the landscape.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 21.7905%;\"\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 78.2095%;\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePrunus salicina\u003c\/em\u003e 'Ozark Premier'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage: Deciduous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves: \u003c\/strong\u003eLarge, bright green, and oval-shaped with pointed tips. The foliage is notably dense, providing excellent sun-scald protection for the fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers: \u003c\/strong\u003eProlific clusters of fragrant, white blossoms. Because it requires more chill hours, it blooms later in the spring, often escaping late frosts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit: \u003c\/strong\u003eExtremely large. The skin is a beautiful mottled red-to-bright red. The flesh is yellow, firm, and exceptionally juicy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e A single,\u003cstrong\u003e semi-clingstone \u003c\/strong\u003epit. The stone is relatively small compared to the massive size of the fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and dark reddish-brown when young; develops a textured, plated appearance with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 – 15 feet (Naturally more compact than '\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/plum-santa-rosa?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=ac23f60b6\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Plum Santa Rosa\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSanta Rosa'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width (Spread)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 – 15 feet (Spreading, rounded canopy).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to Fast. Robust grower that fills out quickly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\/Chill Hours \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 5 – 9 (Excellent cold hardiness for a Japanese plum); Requires 700 – 800 hours (High chill; blooms later than Santa Rosa).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLANT CARE \u0026amp; CHARACTERISTICS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFull Sun. \u003c\/em\u003eMinimum 6–8 hours daily for maximum fruit size and sugar development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eModerate to High.\u003c\/em\u003e Needs deep, consistent watering during the \"fruit swell\" (May–June).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eLow to Moderate\u003c\/em\u003e. While the tree is hardy, drought will cause the massive fruits to drop prematurely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eWell-Drained.\u003c\/em\u003e Prefers fertile, sandy loams. Extremely sensitive to \"wet feet\" or standing water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmending the soil with organic matter, such as compost or aged manure, can improve soil structure and fertility, promoting healthy growth and fruit production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Drainage is Non-Negotiable: \u003c\/strong\u003eIn your landscaping plans, ensure these trees are never planted at the bottom of a slope or in a \"sump\" area. If the soil is heavy clay, consider planting the root ball in a raised mound (3–4 inches above the surrounding grade). This ensures the \"crown\" stays dry and prevents the root rot that frequently kills Japanese plums in wet winters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eLow\u003c\/em\u003e. Like most stone fruits, the sweet foliage and ripening fruit are highly attractive to deer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePest\/Disease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eGood\u003c\/em\u003e. Known for better resistance to \u003cstrong\u003eBacterial Leaf Spot \u003c\/strong\u003ethan many other Japanese plums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e While the Ozark Premier is\u003cem\u003e partially self-fertile,\u003c\/em\u003e it performs significantly better when planted near another Japanese plum. Planting this alongside a Santa Rosa or Methley will ensure a massive, consistent crop every year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eMid-to-Late Summer.\u003c\/em\u003e Typically ripens in late \u003cem\u003eJuly to early August\u003c\/em\u003e, shortly after the Santa Rosa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Management Essentials for the Ozark Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.\u003cstrong\u003e The \"Color Break\" Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ozark Premier plums have a \"mottled\" look (red streaks over a greenish-yellow background).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Trick:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not wait for the plum to be 100% solid red. When the background color shifts from bright green to creamy yellow, the sugars are peaked. If you wait for deep red, the fruit may become \"mealy\" or over-soft on the branch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. \u003cstrong\u003eHandling the \"Jumbo\" Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because these plums are so large, they are prone to \"internal breakdown\" if left in the sun after picking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Protocol: \u003c\/strong\u003eHarvest in the cool of the morning and get them into the shade or refrigerator immediately. The heat from a July afternoon can literally \"cook\" the sugars inside a large plum, shortening its shelf life to hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. \u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Soft-Shoulder\" Test: \u003c\/strong\u003eTo check for ripeness without bruising the fruit, press gently near the stem end (the \"shoulders\" of the plum). If there is a slight give, the fruit is ready for fresh eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYIELD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYield (Lbs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Fruit Count\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\"\u003eYear 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\"\u003eEstablishment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,2,0\"\u003e8 – 15 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,3,0\"\u003e15 – 30 jumbo plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\"\u003eYear 2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,0\"\u003eExpanding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,2,0\"\u003e35 – 60 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,3,0\"\u003e70 – 120 jumbo plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\"\u003eYear 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,1,0\"\u003eSub-Mature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,2,0\"\u003e80 – 140 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,3,0\"\u003e160 – 280 jumbo plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eYear 4\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003eSub-Mature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003e175 – 275 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,3,0\"\u003e350 – 550 jumbo plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0,0\"\u003eYear 5+\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,5,1,0\"\u003eFull Maturity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,5,2,0\"\u003e350 – 500+ lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,3,0\"\u003e700 – 1,000+ jumbo plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORAGE\/SHELF LIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 195.938px;\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.1149%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORAGE METHOD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 16.3905%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHELF LIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 62.4946%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.1149%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"\u003eCountertop (Room Temp)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.3905%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\"\u003e2 – 3 Days\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.4946%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,2,0\"\u003eUse only to soften slightly firm fruit. Watch for bruising.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.1149%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"\u003eRefrigerator (33°F - 38°F)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.3905%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\"\u003e10 – 14 Days\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.4946%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,2,0\"\u003eKeeps the flesh firm. Best stored in a single layer if possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.1149%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003eSliced \u0026amp; Frozen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.3905%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\"\u003e12 Months\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.4946%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,2,0\"\u003eIdeal for \"plum crumbles\" or preserves due to high juice content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.1149%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"\u003eCanning \/ Preserves\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.3905%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\"\u003e1 – 2 Years\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.4946%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,2,0\"\u003eExcellent for jams; the skin provides a beautiful red tint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRUNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. \u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Heading Back\" Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e In the first two years after installation, the Ozark Premier tends to grow long, thin \"whips.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Cut: \u003c\/strong\u003ePrune back the previous year’s growth by 50%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Benefit: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis \"shocks\" the branch into thickening up (increasing its diameter) rather than just getting longer. A thick, \"burly\" branch can support a 40-lb cluster of jumbo plums; a thin, whip-like branch will snap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. \u003cstrong\u003eWidening the \"Crotch Angles\": \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Ozark Premier can sometimes develop narrow \"V\" shapes where the branches meet the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use branch spreaders or prune to an outward-facing bud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Goal: \u003c\/strong\u003eYou want a wide \"U\" shape at the base of each branch. This is the strongest structural connection for a tree that produces \"trophy-sized\" fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. \u003cstrong\u003eMaintaining the \"Open Center\": \u003c\/strong\u003eLike all Japanese plums, the Ozark Premier needs maximum sunlight to develop its mottled red skin color and high brix (sugar) levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Protocol: \u003c\/strong\u003eRemove any vertical \"water sprouts\" that grow straight up into the center of the vase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Rule of Thumb:\u003c\/strong\u003e A bird should be able to fly through the center of the tree without hitting a branch. This airflow also prevents Brown Rot, which can plague large-fruited plums in humid summers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. \u003cstrong\u003eThinning for Structural Safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the most critical \"pruning\" step for the Ozark Premier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Technique: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhen the plums are the size of a cherry (May), remove enough fruit so that they are spaced 6 to 8 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because these plums get so large, they will literally push each other off the branch or \"cluster\" together, creating a perfect environment for pests and rot if not thinned aggressively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRUNING SUMMARY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 139.156px;\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 19.2084%; height: 21.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 22.3835%; height: 21.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 47.6153%; height: 21.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Goal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.2084%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0,0\"\u003eStructural Training\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.3835%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,1,0\"\u003eLate Winter (Dormant)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 47.6153%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,2,0\"\u003eHard-heading to \u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"16\" data-path-to-node=\"5,1,2,0\"\u003ethicken the main branches\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.2084%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0,0\"\u003eSpur Management\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.3835%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,1,0\"\u003eLate Winter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 47.6153%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,2,0\"\u003eThinning the \u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"13\" data-path-to-node=\"5,2,2,0\"\u003efruiting spurs\u003c\/span\u003e to prevent overcrowding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.2084%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0,0\"\u003eHeight Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.3835%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,1,0\"\u003eSummer (Post-Harvest)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 47.6153%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,2,0\"\u003eTopping the \"whips\" to keep fruit within reach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Texas Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":43204108255400,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/8359\/8248\/products\/OzarkPlum.jpg?v=1741394239"},{"product_id":"copy-of-cherry-plum","title":"Cherry Plum Sprite","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Texas+Tree+Farms,+LLC\/@32.3378164,-96.7845477,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x864ee7c8b181d139:0xfecedd6007dde319!8m2!3d32.3378119!4d-96.782359?hl=en\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Texas+Tree+Farms,+LLC\/@32.3378164,-96.7845477,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x864ee7c8b181d139:0xfecedd6007dde319!8m2!3d32.3378119!4d-96.782359?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease call us or\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003evisit our farm\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eif you'd like to purchase!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Texas+Tree+Farms,+LLC\/@32.3378164,-96.7845477,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x864ee7c8b181d139:0xfecedd6007dde319!8m2!3d32.3378119!4d-96.782359?hl=en\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Texas+Tree+Farms,+LLC\/@32.3378164,-96.7845477,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x864ee7c8b181d139:0xfecedd6007dde319!8m2!3d32.3378119!4d-96.782359?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClick here to find us on Google Maps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e214-450-5105\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProduct:  \u003c\/strong\u003eSprite Cherry Plum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific Name:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrunus salicina x Prunus cerasifera\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eType:  \u003c\/strong\u003eFruit Tree\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFull Grown Size:  \u003c\/strong\u003e12-18 feet tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoil condition:  \u003c\/strong\u003eWell-drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Requirements:  \u003c\/strong\u003eFull sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUSDA Zones: \u003c\/strong\u003e 4-9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSprite Cherry Plum is an interspecific hybrid of Japanese plum and sweet cherry. Fruits are large for a cherry or small for a plum and the skin is a deep purplish-black with a sweet cherrylike amber flesh. They are a great choice for canning, cooking, or freezing. Pollinate with other Japanese Plums.  Blooms late March.  Bears fruit 2-3 years after planting.  Fruit ripens July-August.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Texas Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":52392323285160,"sku":null,"price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7 Gallon","offer_id":42906974552232,"sku":null,"price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Gallon","offer_id":44773279006888,"sku":null,"price":78.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/8359\/8248\/products\/SpriteCherryPlum.jpg?v=1741394241"},{"product_id":"plum-santa-rosa","title":"Plum Santa Rosa","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e \/* This targets the table and the cells inside it *\/ table, td { border: 1px solid #444444; \/* Dark gray border *\/ border-collapse: collapse; \/* This merges the double lines into one clean line *\/ } \/* Adding some padding so the text isn't touching the borders *\/ td { padding: 10px; } \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e Santa Rosa Plum \u003c\/strong\u003eis arguably the most famous Japanese plum in the world, developed by horticulturalist Luther Burbank. Because it is a \"Japanese-type\" plum, it tends to be juicier and more heat-tolerant than European varieties, making it a staple for Southern and Western landscapes. This tree produce medium to large-sized fruit with a reddish-purple skin and firm, sweet, yellow flesh. The fruit is renowned for its excellent flavor and juiciness, making it ideal for fresh eating, canning, and baking. The tree itself is deciduous, featuring ovate to lanceolate green leaves that turn yellow in the fall. In spring, it bears showy, fragrant white flowers, adding ornamental value to the landscape.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 28.7162%;\"\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 71.2838%;\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePrunus salicina\u003c\/em\u003e 'Santa Rosa'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage: Deciduous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium-sized, vibrant green, and lance-shaped with finely serrated edges. They provide a dense, cooling shade in summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Showy, snow-white blossoms that appear in early spring. They are highly fragrant and completely cover the branches before leaves emerge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, round-to-oval fruit with a beautiful purple-crimson skin covered in a light, waxy \"bloom.\" The flesh is amber-yellow with a red blush near the skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e A single,\u003cstrong\u003e clingstone\u003c\/strong\u003e pit in the center. It is medium-sized and firm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and reddish-brown when young, developing horizontal lenticels (breathing pores) and a rougher, grey-brown texture as it matures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 – 20 feet (Standard); can be kept to 12 feet with pruning.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width (Spread)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 – 20 feet (Spreading, vase-like canopy).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast. Can grow 3+ feet per year when young.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\/Chill Hours \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 5 – 9 (Extremely adaptable to heat and moderate cold); Requires 300 – 500 chill hours (Low to moderate requirement).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLANT CARE \u0026amp; CHARACTERISTICS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eFull Sun.\u003c\/em\u003e Minimum 6–8 hours. Proper sunlight is critical to develop the deep purple skin color and high sugar content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eModerate\u003c\/em\u003e. Needs deep, weekly watering during the first two years. Mature trees require extra water during \"fruit swell\" in May\/June.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eModerate. \u003c\/em\u003eBetter than many stone fruits once established, but prolonged drought will cause fruit to drop or shrivel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eWell-Drained. \u003c\/em\u003ePrefers fertile, sandy loams with a pH of 6.0–7.0. Does not tolerate \"wet feet\" (standing water). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmending the soil with organic matter, such as compost or aged manure, can improve soil structure and fertility, promoting healthy growth and fruit production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Tip: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhen performing the installation, ensure the root flare (where the trunk meets the roots) is slightly above the soil line. If buried too deep, plums are susceptible to \u003cstrong\u003e\"crown rot.\" \u003c\/strong\u003eAlso, because the wood is relatively flexible when young, consider a double-staking method for the first year to protect against wind-lean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eLow.\u003c\/em\u003e Deer highly favor the tender new spring growth and the ripening fruit. Protection is often necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePest\/Disease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eModerate\u003c\/em\u003e. Susceptible to \"Brown Rot\" in humid climates and \"Japanese Beetles.\" It is also sensitive to\u003cstrong\u003e Bacterial Canker. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSanitation Tip: \u003c\/strong\u003eAlways dip your pruning shears in a 10% bleach solution or alcohol between trees in the nursery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeather Tip: \u003c\/strong\u003eNever prune your plums during a rainstorm or when the wood is wet. This is when fungal spores are most active and can enter the fresh cuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Santa Rosa is\u003cem\u003e self-fertile, \u003c\/em\u003emeaning you only need one tree to get fruit. However, it is also a prolific producer of pollen. If you have another Japanese plum (like a '\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/copy-of-plum-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=4bac9c1e4\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Methley Plum\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethley'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or 'Satsuma') that isn't producing well, planting a Santa Rosa nearby will usually double the other tree's yield.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Mid-Summer. Typically ripens in late June to mid-July, depending on your local heat units.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Color vs. Softness\" Test: \u003c\/strong\u003eSanta Rosa plums turn a beautiful purple-red about a week before they are actually sweet. Do not pick based on color alone. Pick them when they give slightly to gentle thumb pressure. If it feels like a \"soft-boiled egg\" it is ready. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Pre-Ripen\" Strategy: \u003c\/strong\u003eIf you have a massive crop and are worried about birds or squirrels getting to the fruit, you can harvest them slightly firm. After harvesting, place the firm plums in a brown paper bag at room temperature for 48 hours. This concentrates the ethylene gas and softens the flesh without losing the \"snap\" of the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Early Spring\" Risk: \u003c\/strong\u003eBecause the Santa Rosa blooms early, the blossoms are vulnerable to \"late spring frosts.\" In your landscaping plans, avoid planting these in \"frost pockets\" at the bottom of a hill. They prefer mid-slope locations where cold air can drain away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYIELD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYield (Lbs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Fruit Count\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEstablishment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e5 – 10 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,3,0\"\u003e20 – 40 plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExpanding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e25 – 50 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,3,0\"\u003e100 – 200 plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSub-Mature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e75 – 125 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,3,0\"\u003e300 – 500 plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 4\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSub-Mature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e150 – 250 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,3,0\"\u003e600 – 1,000 plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 5+\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFull Maturity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e300 – 500+ lbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,3,0\"\u003e1,200 – 2,000+ plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORAGE\/SHELF LIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"8\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 195.938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 21.4527%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORAGE METHOD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 16.2182%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHELF LIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 62.3291%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 21.4527%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCountertop (Room Temp)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 16.2182%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2 – 4 Days\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.3291%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,2,0\"\u003eUse only for \"finishing\" the ripening of slightly firm fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 21.4527%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRefrigerator (33°F - 38°F)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 16.2182%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2 – 3 Weeks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.3291%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,2,0\"\u003eSlows the softening process. Keep in a perforated bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 21.4527%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSliced \u0026amp; Frozen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 16.2182%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e12 Months\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.3291%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,2,0\"\u003eExcellent for smoothies, baking, or \"plum sauce\" later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 21.4527%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDehydrated \/ Dried\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 16.2182%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e6 – 12 Months\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.3291%; height: 39.1875px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,2,0\"\u003eCreates a chewy, tart-sweet snack (though not a true prune).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Pro-Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e You may notice a \"dusty\" or waxy white coating on the skin of the plums. This is called the \u003cstrong\u003e\"epicuticular wax\" \u003c\/strong\u003eor \"\u003cstrong\u003ebloom\".\u003c\/strong\u003e It is the tree's natural defense against moisture loss and rot. Do not wash plums until right before you are going to eat them. Removing the bloom prematurely will cut the shelf life in half!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRUNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. \u003cstrong\u003eEstablishing the \"Primary Scaffolds\": \u003c\/strong\u003eFrom the trunk, you want to identify 3 to 4 main branches that grow outward in different directions (like the ribs of an umbrella).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Look for branches that come off the trunk at a 45-degree to 60-degree angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Crotch\" Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid narrow \"V\" angles (less than 30 degrees). These are weak and will likely split when the tree is loaded with 200 lbs of plums in July.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. \u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Open Center\" (Vase Shape) Rule: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnlike a Pine tree, a Santa Rosa should not have a central trunk going straight up through the middle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Action: \u003c\/strong\u003eCut out the \"Central Leader\" (the main vertical trunk) just above your 3 or 4 scaffold branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Logic: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis allows sunlight to hit the interior spurs. If the center is shaded, the inner branches will die, and you will only have fruit on the very tips of the highest branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. \u003cstrong\u003eManaging \"Water Sprouts\": \u003c\/strong\u003eBecause the Santa Rosa is so vigorous, it will send up perfectly straight, 6-foot-tall vertical shoots called \"Water Sprouts\" in the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Protocol: \u003c\/strong\u003eThese suckers produce almost no fruit and steal energy. For a professional look, prune these off flush in late June right after the harvest is finished. This keeps the tree’s energy focused on next year’s fruit buds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. \u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Two-Finger\" Fruit Thinning: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is the most important \"pruning\" for yield quality. The Santa Rosa is a victim of its own success. It often sets so much fruit that the branches will physically snap under the weight by June.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Technique: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhen the plums are the size of a marble (late April), remove enough fruit so that there is at least 4–6 inches (about two hand-widths) between each plum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Payoff: \u003c\/strong\u003eInstead of 1,000 tiny, sour plums, the client will get 300 massive, honey-sweet Santa Rosas that look like they came from a gourmet market.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRUNING SUMMARY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Goal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0,0\"\u003eDormant Pruning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,1,0\"\u003eLate Winter (Jan\/Feb)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,2,0\"\u003eStructural thinning; removing \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"30\" data-path-to-node=\"5,1,2,0\"\u003e1\/3 of new growth\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0,0\"\u003eSummer Pruning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,1,0\"\u003eLate June (Post-Harvest)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,2,0\"\u003eControlling height; removing \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"29\" data-path-to-node=\"5,2,2,0\"\u003e\"Water Sprouts.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0,0\"\u003eThinning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,1,0\"\u003eLate April \/ May\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,2,0\"\u003eRemoving excess fruit to prevent \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"33\" data-path-to-node=\"5,3,2,0\"\u003ebranch snap\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Texas Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":43204101210280,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/8359\/8248\/files\/746f1c78-350e-41a7-8fef-f6ca7127ea29.png?v=1771676659"},{"product_id":"thundercloud-flowering-plum","title":"Plum Thundercloud Flowering","description":"","brand":"Texas Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":46874446299304,"sku":null,"price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"purple-leaf-plum","title":"Plum Purple Leaf","description":"","brand":"Texas Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":46874472448168,"sku":null,"price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"plum-kv","title":"Plum KV","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlum KV\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Texas Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":47006324916392,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"plum-allred","title":"Plum Allred","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e \/* This targets the table and the cells inside it *\/ table, td { border: 1px solid #444444; \/* Dark gray border *\/ border-collapse: collapse; \/* This merges the double lines into one clean line *\/ } \/* Adding some padding so the text isn't touching the borders *\/ td { padding: 10px; } \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAllred Plum\u003c\/strong\u003e is a unique \"two-for-one\" tree. It was specifically bred to be both a high-quality fruiting tree and a stunning ornamental landscape piece. It is one of the few fruit trees that maintains deep purple foliage throughout the entire growing season. The Allred plum is a Japanese cultivar known for its intense red, sweet fruit, and purple-red leaves. Originating in Texas, this variety is often used as an ornamental tree in addition to producing fruit. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 19.9319%;\"\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 79.7274%;\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003ePrunus salicina\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 'Allred'\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage: Deciduous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves: \u003c\/strong\u003eIts most striking feature. The leaves emerge and remain a deep reddish-purple all summer long, providing a dramatic contrast to green-leafed trees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft pink-to-white blossoms that appear in early spring. Against the dark wood and emerging purple leaves, the bloom is spectacular.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-sized, round plums. True to its name, it is \"all red\"—featuring bright red skin and deep, blood-red flesh. The flavor is sweet with a slightly tart skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds: \u003c\/strong\u003eA single, small-to-medium stone (pit) at the center.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark, reddish-brown and relatively smooth, becoming slightly furrowed with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e15-20 feet (Standard); 8-12 feet (Dwarf)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width (Spread)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e15-20 feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFast-growing; It is a vigorous grower that fills out quickly. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\/Chill Hours \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eZone 5-9, Requires 400-500 chill hours (Making it a perfect choice for the South and West Coast). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePLANT CARE \u0026amp; CHARACTERISTICS\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/em\u003e. At least 6 to 8+ hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth, flowering, and fruit production. They thrive in bright, open locations and are not suitable for shaded areas. Full sun is required to maintain the deep purple leaf color. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eModerate. \u003c\/em\u003eRequires consistent moisture for establishment and during the growing season. Do not waterlog. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDrought Resistance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eModerate.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Needs consistent moisture during fruit development. They are relatively drought-tolerant once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eAdaptable and\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWell-Drained.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prefers pH 6.0-7.0. If planted in sandy soil, water more frequently (every 3-5 days); for heavier, clay-based soil, water less often (every 1.5 to 2 weeks) to prevent waterlogging.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eLow\u003c\/em\u003e. Deer are attracted to the tender purple shoots and the sweet fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePest\/Disease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eHigh. \u003c\/em\u003eHigh resistance to \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"44\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003eBacterial Canker\u003c\/b\u003e and generally more rugged than many European plum varieties. Like most plums, it should be monitored for \u003cstrong\u003ePlum Curculio\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep an eye out for\u003cstrong\u003e \"Black Knot\"\u003c\/strong\u003e—rough, black swellings on the branches. If you see this, prune it out 6 inches below the knot and immediately dip your shears in rubbing alcohol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eSelf-pollinating\u003c\/em\u003e. It will produce fruit on its own, though planting it near another Japanese plum (like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/copy-of-plum-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=13a5c5a0a\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Methley Plum\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Methley' \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eor\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/plum-santa-rosa?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=6d3e6e9b0\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Santa Rosa Plum\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 'Santa Rosa'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e) can result in a larger crop. The Plum Allred is also a universal pollinator for many other plum varieties. Having one in your inventory makes it a \"utility\" tree that can fix low-yield issues in your existing orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eThe plums ripen in early summer, typically in \u003cem\u003eJune and July. \u003c\/em\u003eCan bear fruit within 3-5 years of planting. The Allred Plum is a mid-season Japanese variety that follows a predictable ripening schedule. Unlike the Ayers or Warren pears, Allred plums reach their best flavor when allowed to ripen on the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly Bloom Risk: \u003c\/strong\u003eBecause the Allred blooms very early in the spring (often with beautiful pink flowers), the yield can be affected by late spring frosts. Planting it in a slightly elevated spot or near a south-facing wall can help protect the blossoms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"June Drop\": \u003c\/strong\u003eDon't be alarmed if the tree drops a significant amount of small, dime-sized green plums in early summer. This is a natural \"self-thinning\" mechanism to ensure the remaining fruit reaches a good size and the branches don't snap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Tell if Your Allred Plum is Ready to Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. \u003cstrong\u003eThe Color Shift: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe skin will transition from a bright, light red to a deep, dark burgundy or wine-red. Look for the \"dusty bloom\" (a naturally occurring waxy white coating) to become prominent; this is a sign of maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. \u003cstrong\u003eThe Softness Test:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the plum a gentle squeeze. If it feels rock-hard like a baseball, it's not ready. If it has a slight \"give\" or springiness (like a ripe tomato), it is in the \"firm-ripe\" stage and ready to be picked. If you wait until they are soft-mushy, the birds will find them first, and they will bruise instantly when picked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. \u003cstrong\u003eThe Ease of Removal: \u003c\/strong\u003eA mature Allred plum will separate from the branch with a light upward twist. If you have to tug or the stem stays stubbornly attached to the fruit, it needs more time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. \u003cstrong\u003eThe Taste Test: \u003c\/strong\u003eSlice one open. The flesh should be blood-red all the way to the pit. If the flesh is still pale or amber near the center, the sugars haven't finished developing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRIPENING STRATEGY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eUnlike some European plums that are left until they are soft on the tree, the Allred benefits from being picked slightly early. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.Staggered Harvest: \u003c\/strong\u003eNot all plums on the tree ripen at once. The plums on the outer, sunnier parts of the canopy will be ready 5–7 days before those in the shaded center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Counter Ripening: \u003c\/strong\u003eIf you pick them when they are fully colored but still firm, leave them on your kitchen counter for 2–3 days. They will soften beautifully and the tartness in the skin will mellow out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYIELD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYield (Bushels)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYield (lbs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEstablishment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e0.25 Bushel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,3,0\"\u003e10 – 15 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYoung Producer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 – 2 Bushels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,3,0\"\u003e50 – 100 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExpanding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2 – 3.5 Bushels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,3,0\"\u003e110 – 180 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 4\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSub-Mature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e4 – 5 Bushels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,3,0\"\u003e200 – 250 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear 5+\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFull Maturity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e5 – 6+ Bushels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,3,0\"\u003e250 – 300+ lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORAGE\/SHELF LIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORAGE METHOD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHELF LIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0,0\"\u003eCountertop (Room Temp)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,1,1,0\"\u003e2 – 4 Days\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,2,0\"\u003eBest for final softening and maximizing sweetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0,0\"\u003eRefrigerator (35°F - 40°F)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,2,1,0\"\u003e1 – 2 Weeks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,2,0\"\u003eSlows down the \"melting\" process. Do not wash until ready to eat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0,0\"\u003eCold Storage (32°F)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,3,1,0\"\u003e3 Weeks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,2,0\"\u003eMaximum limit. Quality begins to drop sharply after 21 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0,0\"\u003eFrozen \/ Preserved\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,4,1,0\"\u003e12 Months\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,4,2,0\"\u003eExcellent.\u003c\/b\u003e Allred is famous for jelly because of its deep red pigment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRUNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. \u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Open Vase\" System: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnlike the Central Leader system used for your Ayers or Warren pears, the Allred thrives with an Open Center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Cut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Imagine a bowl or a vase. Remove the main central trunk about 3–4 feet off the ground (this is usually done in the nursery stage for a 15-gallon tree).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Scaffolds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Encourage 3 to 5 main branches to grow outward. This allows sunlight to reach the red leaves in the center, which keeps the interior fruit sweet and prevents the branches from becoming \"leggy.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. \u003cstrong\u003eManaging the \"Whip\" Growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allred plums can put on 4 feet of new \"whip\" growth in a single season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeading Back:\u003c\/strong\u003e In late winter, cut these long whips back by one-third. Always cut to an outward-facing bud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Benefit:\u003c\/strong\u003e This forces the branch to grow thicker and sturdier. Without this cut, the weight of a 2-bushel harvest in June will cause the long, thin branches to drag on the ground or snap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. \u003cstrong\u003eThinning the \"Thicket\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Because the Allred is so bushy, it produces many small, crossing branches in the middle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Bird Flight\" Rule: \u003c\/strong\u003eAn old orchardist's rule is that a bird should be able to fly through the center of your plum tree without hitting its wings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Cut: \u003c\/strong\u003eRemove any branches that are growing toward the center or rubbing against another branch. This is crucial for preventing Brown Rot, a common plum fungus that thrives in stagnant, humid air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. \u003cstrong\u003eFruiting on New Wood: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlums fruit on one-year-old wood and short-lived spurs. By pruning back a portion of the tree every year, you ensure a constant supply of new, productive wood for the following season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRUNING SUMMARY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 156.75px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 14.6606%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 15.7199%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 58.827%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Goal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.6606%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\"\u003eDormant Pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.7199%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\"\u003eLate Jan \/ Feb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.827%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,2,0\"\u003eThinning.\u003c\/span\u003e Removing 20–30% of new growth to open the \"vase.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.6606%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\"\u003eSummer Pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.7199%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,0\"\u003ePost-Harvest (July)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.827%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,2,0\"\u003eSize Control.\u003c\/span\u003e Topping the fast-growing \"water sprouts\" to keep the tree manageable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.6606%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\"\u003eSucker Removal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.7199%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,1,0\"\u003eAny Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.827%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,2,0\"\u003eEnergy Redirection.\u003c\/span\u003e Clearing the base of the trunk for a clean look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Texas Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":47583150637224,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/8359\/8248\/files\/7ea6766f-c277-4649-82f8-e6a4be99a1f5.png?v=1771335528"},{"product_id":"plum-bruce","title":"Plum Bruce","description":"","brand":"Texas Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":55323760263336,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"15 Gallon","offer_id":55291831812264,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]}],"url":"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/collections\/plums.oembed","provider":"Texas Tree Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}