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Methley Plum

Methley Japanese Plum

Prunus salicina 'Methley'

Methley is one of the few Japanese plums that is self-fruitful. It produces medium to large, reddish-purple fruit of fine quality that are good for fresh eating or jelly. It is an early bloomer and is a good pollinator for Shiro, Santa Rosa and other early blooming Japanese plums. It ripens just ahead of Shiro.

Methley Japanese Plum Pricing

Item # Description Price
352 Methley Plum on Standard (Myro) root, Extra Large 5/8" up caliper grade $21.99 Add Add to Cart

Height

12-15 Feet

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Spread

10-12 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

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Prunus salicina 'Methley'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Methley is a vigorous, upright tree. It will set good annual crops and makes an excellent pollinator for other early blooming varieties. It ripens over a long period, so several pickings are required.

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A Little History about Methley Japanese Plum

Methley has been around for years and is a regular producer in the Eastern US. It was one of Grandma's favorites.

Prunus salicina 'Methley' Characteristics & Attributes

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