Grandpa's Choice™ Varieties
Grandpa tested hundreds of varieties over the years and the best of the best are his "choices".
President European Plum

President Plum

Prunus domestica 'President'

The President plum is a late ripening fruit that is a large, round to oblong fruit with blue-black skin. Flesh is fine-textured and yellow. It is a vigorous, upright tree that is a heavy producer. It is one of the last plums to ripen in the season.

Pricing


Height

10-14 Feet

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Spread

10-14 Feet


USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

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Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

President will benefit by cross pollination with another European plum like Stanley or Blu Fre.

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A Little History

Grandpa grew only a few President plums because they ripened late in the season when apple harvest was in full swing.

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
Pollinizer needed
Fruit Characteristics
Large fruit
Growth Rate/Habit
Very vigorous
Very productive
Upright habit
Harvest Period
Late season
Other Attributes
Sweet
Site Requirements
Full Sun
Winter hardy
Skill Required
Average skill
Uses
Canning or freezing
High dessert quality
Cooking or baking