Plum Donsworth Dwarf 250mm

Plum Donsworth Dwarf 250mm Pot

Outstanding dwarf Japanese plum producing attractive pink to red fruit with sweet tender flesh and excellent flavour.

Plum Donsworth is a highly productive dwarf plum variety ideal for home gardens where space is limited. The medium sized fruit develops attractive pink to red skin with light red flesh that is sweet, tender and juicy. Perfect for fresh eating and a wide range of culinary uses, this compact fruit tree delivers reliable crops while remaining easy to manage in smaller gardens, courtyards and large containers.

Its dwarf growth habit makes it an excellent choice for backyards, pots and tubs without sacrificing fruit quality or productivity.

Botanical Name: Prunus salicina 'Donsworth'
Common Name: Dwarf Donsworth Plum
Pot Size: 250mm
Fruit Colour: Pink to Red
Flesh Colour: Light Red
Stone Type: Clingstone
Flavour: Sweet and Tender
Position: Full Sun
Height: Approx. 2.5m
Width: Approx. 2.5m
Harvest Time: Mid January
Growth Habit: Compact Dwarf Tree
Deciduous: Yes

Pollination:
Mariposa Plum
Narrabeen Plum
Santa Rosa Plum

Features

Sweet juicy fruit
Attractive red skin
Compact dwarf growth
Highly productive
Ideal for small gardens
Easy to maintain

Ideal Uses

Backyard orchards
Large pots and tubs
Courtyard gardens
Edible gardens
Patio fruit trees
Home fruit production

Fruit Uses

Eating fresh
Stewing
Jams and preserves
Cooking
Desserts

Plant Care

Plant in well drained fertile soil in a sunny open position. Water regularly during establishment and during fruit development. Feed with a quality fruit tree fertiliser in spring and late summer for best results. Prune during winter to maintain shape and encourage productive growth. A reliable and productive dwarf plum variety perfect for compact gardens and home orchards.