President Plum
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Prunus domestica – ‘President’
Due to import restrictions, we are unable to ship the Plum to CA, WA.
Description:
‘President’ is the latest-maturing variety of European-type plums. This large, dark blue freestone plum features attractive orange flesh and is known for its good flavor and reliable production. It is resistant to black knot disease and can set fruit without a pollinator, though it pairs well with ‘Stanley’ for improved yields.
Growing Information:
- Hardiness Zones: 5–9
- Spacing: Plant in a 12-foot circle
- Pollination: Self-fertile; pollinates well with ‘Stanley’
- Maturity: Late season
Plant Characteristics
- Pest Resistance: Fair
- Disease Resistance: Good
- Drought Tolerance: Fair
- Heat Tolerance: Good
- Humidity Tolerance: Good
- Sun Tolerance: Very Good
- Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor
- Shade Tolerance: Fair
- No-Spray Performance: Poor
- Salt Tolerance: Fair
- Kid-Friendly (Fresh): Excellent
- Deer Resistance: Poor
- Thorns: No
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Plant Type: Tree
- Soil Type: Adaptable
- Edible Type: Fruit
- Self-Fertile: Yes
- Disclaimer:
- This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. We welcome any comments or suggestions.