Japanese type plum, large, reddish purple skin with a heavy bloom, yellow background colour. Firm yellow flesh, nice and sweet for a late plum. Freestone. As the plum ripens the pink colour 'bleeds' into the yellow flesh.
Common Uses
Lovely eaten fresh, though they don't store for a long time as they tend to go soft. Very sweet so also lend themselves to stewing, jam or even drying.
Origin
California, USA
Pollination
Simka, Polyanna
Chill Hours
Blossom Time
Late season, with Lolita, AusiBelle
Harvest Time
+ 114 days Mariposa
Production Notes
Can go floury if left to hang on the tree too long. Stores well for several weeks. Upright tree, can be slow to come into bearing. Fruit has long stem and can fall in strong winds.
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