SANTA ROSA PLUM

• Medium-sized round fruits with bright red skin and yellowish-green flesh.
• Thin yet slightly firm skin, making them easy to bite into.
• Typically measure between 5 cm and 7 cm in diameter, making them one of the larger plum varieties.

The Santa Rosa plum tree typically grows to a moderate size, with dimensions as follows:

• Height: Usually reaches between 12 to 20 feet (3.7 to 6.1 meters) tall.
• Spread: The canopy can spread out to about 12 to 15 feet (3.7 to 4.6 meters) wide.

Keep in mind that these dimensions can vary based on growing conditions, pruning, and other factors. If you’re planning to plant one, make sure to provide adequate space for its growth! 

• Climate and Hardiness:

  • Climate: Santa Rosa plums thrive in temperate climates.
  • Hardiness Zones: They are well-suited for USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9.

• Sunlight:

  • Full Sun: These trees require full sun exposure (at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day).

• Soil:

  • Well-Drained Soil: Plant in well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (around 6.0 to 7.0).
  • Loamy Soil: Loamy soil with good organic content is ideal.

• Watering:

  • Regular Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season.
  • Avoid Overwatering: Ensure proper drainage to prevent waterlogged roots.

• Pest and Disease Control:

  • Monitor: Keep an eye out for pests like aphids, plum curculio, and diseases like brown rot.
  • Spraying: Apply appropriate insecticides and fungicides as needed.

• Pruning:

  • Annual Pruning: Prune during the dormant season (winter) to shape the tree, remove dead wood, and improve air circulation.

• Pollination:

  • Cross-Pollination: Santa Rosa plum trees are partially self-fertile but benefit from cross-pollination with other plum varieties (such as ‘Methley’ or ‘Beauty’) for better fruit production.

SEASONAL

Bareroot fruit trees are typically purchased and planted as dormant, bare-root specimens. Let’s explore what this means:

• Bare-Root Trees:

  • These trees are grown in the ground, and when they are dormant, they are carefully pulled out, shaken free of soil, and stored in a container with moist material.
  • The advantage of buying bare-root trees is that they are lightweight and easy to transport. They also establish well once planted.

The Dapple Supreme Pluot tree is a delightful addition to any home garden. This low-chill variety is a hybrid of two popular Pluot types: Dapple Dandy and Flavor Supreme. It features red dappled skin similar to Dapple Dandy and sweet, dark red flesh reminiscent of Flavor Supreme.

The tree requires around 300 chill hours and typically ripens in mid-June. It's pollinated by the Flavorosa Pluot, ensuring a good yield. The fruit is known for its excellent eating qualities, with a good size and appealing taste.