Tree Care:
Planting: Choose a sunny, well-draining location. Space trees 15-20 feet apart.
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist for young trees; water during dry spells for mature trees.
Mulching: Apply mulch for moisture retention and weed suppression, leaving space around the trunk.
Pruning: Prune during the dormant season to remove dead branches and shape the tree.
Fertilizing: Use balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Pest and Disease Control: Monitor and take action against pests and diseases.
Thinning Fruit: Remove small fruits to allow space between plums.
Harvesting: Pick ripe plums in late summer, slightly soft with a sweet aroma.
Protection: Guard against rodents and pests, consider winter trunk protection in cold climates.
Following these guidelines will help your All Red plum tree produce healthy and tasty plums. Adapt care practices to suit your local climate and soil conditions.
Tree Description:
Tree: Medium-sized deciduous fruit tree, about 10-15 feet tall.
Leaves: Green, oval-shaped with serrated edges.
Bark: Smooth, gray-brown with small openings for gas exchange.
Flowers: Small, fragrant, white to pale pink, blooming in early spring.
Fruit: Medium-sized plums , round, with dark red to purplish-red skin when ripe. Sweet, juicy, and varying in flesh color from red to deep red or purple.
Habitat: Adaptable to various climates and soil types, preferring full sun for best fruit production.
Significance: Valued for sweet, red-fleshed plums used fresh and in cooking. An appealing addition to orchards, gardens, and landscapes for its fruit and ornamental qualities.
The All Red plum tree is a versatile and attractive fruit tree, known for its delicious red plums, suitable for both consumption and landscaping.
