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Sugar or German Prune

Sugar Prune Plum (European)

Prunus domestica 'Sugar'

Sugar Prune is an old-timey European prune. It is only medium size, with reddish purple fruit and greenish yellow flesh. It gets its name by being so sweet and highly flavored when ripe.


Height

10-14 Feet

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Spread

10-14 Feet


USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

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Prunus domestica 'Sugar'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Sugar prune is self-fruitful. However, it tends to be biennial, setting large crops one season and small ones the next. Thinning might help improve size on the "on" years and possibly help reduce stress on the trees so it will set more fruit the next.

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A Little History about Sugar Prune Plum (European)

Sugar prune was sometimes called German prune by Grandpa's ancestors who came from Germany, where is originated. It may be the source of the stories about the "sugar plum fairies".

Prunus domestica 'Sugar' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
Thin early for size
Thin heavily for size
Self-fertile
Tends to biennial bear
Fruit Characteristics
Medium size fruit
Growth Rate/Habit
Average vigor
Very productive
Upright habit
Harvest Period
Mid-season
Other Attributes
Very juicy
Very sweet
Site Requirements
Full Sun
Winter hardy
Skill Required
Easy to grow
Uses
Good for sauce
High dessert quality
Cooking or baking
Good for drying
Good for pies
Canning or freezing