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Pipestone Plum

Pipestone Japanese Plum--- SALE PRICED!

Prunus salicina 'Pipestone'

The Pipestone plum is one of the best plums for Northern growers. It has large fruit with a tough, red skin that peels easily and a sweet, juicy, golden yellow flesh. This vigorous, productive tree.

Pipestone Japanese Plum--- SALE PRICED! Pricing

Item # Description Price
262 Pipestone Plum on Standard (Myrobalan) root, Extra Large 5/8" up caliper grade $21.99 Add Add to Cart
1332 Pipestone Plum on Standard (Myrobalan) root, 2 year-Large grade $23.99  $19.99 Add Add to Cart

Height

12-15 Feet

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Spread

10-12 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

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Prunus salicina 'Pipestone'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Pipestone and Toka are good plums to plant to cross pollinate each other.

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A Little History about Pipestone Japanese Plum--- SALE PRICED!

Pipestone was introduced in 1942 and developed at the Minnesota Fruit Breeding Farm.

Prunus salicina 'Pipestone' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
• Thin early for size
• Thin heavily for size
• Early blooming
• Excellent pollinizer
• Pollinizer needed
Fruit Characteristics
• Medium size fruit
• Freestone
Growth Rate/Habit
• Spreading habit
• Very vigorous
• Early to bear
• Very productive
Harvest Period
• Concentrated harvest
• Mid-season
Other Attributes
• Sweet
• Very juicy
• Sub-acid flavor
Site Requirements
• Full Sun
• Very hardy
Skill Required
• Easy to grow
Uses
• Canning or freezing
• High dessert quality
• Cooking or baking