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Satsuma Semi-dwarf Plum

Scientific Name: Prunus salicina 'Satsuma' [semi-dwarf]

Also Known As

  • Prunus 'Satsuma Semi-dwarf'
  • Prunus cerasifera 'Satsuma'

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 12'-18'
  • W: 10'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Satsuma Semi-dwarf Plum plant details

Satsuma Semi-dwarf Plum is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Satsuma Semi-dwarf Plum

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 12 FT - 18 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: edible fruit

GROWING CONDITIONS for Satsuma Semi-dwarf Plum

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

These sweet and juicy, deep-red plums are delicious right off the tree, or they can be used for something special, like delicious desserts or plum preserves! The productive spreading 15-20' tree produces its flavorful, small-medium fruit in midseason; Beauty or Santa Rosa are good pollinators, needs 300 chill hours. S/M
Clusters of white flowers in spring herald the imminent arrival of summer's tasty plums. A mid season large, firm plum. The roundish fruit has deep red skin and the flavor is sweet and intense. Good for fresh eating or canning. Needs to have Santa Rosa for a pollinizer. Attractive foliage and bark looks good year-round.

Gardening facts about Satsuma Semi-dwarf Plum plant

How to Grow Satsuma Semi-dwarf Plum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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