Big-tree Plum Apr 2026

Requires a second variety (another wild plum seedling) 1. Planting and Site Selection

10-15 feet (can be trained as single trunk or shrub/hedge) Fruit Size: ~1 inch Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Soil Requirement: Loamy, well-draining soil (pH 6.0-6.8) big-tree plum

Protect young trunks with wire cages (deer) or hardware cloth (voles) to prevent girdling. 6. Harvesting Timing: Fruit matures in late summer to early fall. Requires a second variety (another wild plum seedling) 1