Friar Japanese Plum

Prunus salicina 'Friar'

The Friar plum is a heavy bearer of large, round dark purple fruit that is resistant to cracking. It also has a sweet, firm, amber flesh. Friar is a good dependable producer, ripening early to mid-season

Height 10-15 Feet

Spread 10-15 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Prunus salicina 'Friar' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Friar is a excellent plum for more traditional Japanese growing areas, so may not be as thrifty and good a producer in the more eastern areas. Requires cross pollination with Santa Rosa or another early blooming Japanese type.

A Little History about Friar Japanese Plum Friar was introduced in California by Dr. Weinberger in 1968.

Prunus salicina 'Friar' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Early blooming • Pollinizer needed	Fruit Characteristics • Large fruit • Freestone	Growth Rate/Habit • Average vigor	Harvest Period • Mid-season
Other Attributes • Very sweet • Complex flavor	Site Requirements • Somewhat bud tender • Full Sun • Frost Sensitive	Skill Required • Above average skill	Uses • High dessert quality