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Mount Royal Plum

Mount Royal Plum

Mount Royal Plum (European)

Prunus domestica 'Mount Royal'

Mount Royal is very hardy bluish-black freestone plum. It is meaty, tender, sweet and juicy. It is good for all uses, including drying as prunes. It ripens in mid-season in late August. One of the best and hardiest plums for the backyard.

Mount Royal Plum (European) Pricing

Item # Description Price
3087 Mt. Royal Plum - OUT OF STOCK FOR THE SEASON $0.00 Add Add to Cart

Height

10-14 Feet

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Spread

10-14 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

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Prunus domestica 'Mount Royal'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Mount Royal is a vigorous and productive tree. It is a good pollinator for other european plums.

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A Little History about Mount Royal Plum (European)

Mount Royal was discovered by W.W. Dunlop in Quebec, Canada in 1913. Its parentage is unknown.

Prunus domestica 'Mount Royal' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
• Somewhat self-fertile
• Excellent pollinizer
Fruit Characteristics
• Medium size fruit
Growth Rate/Habit
• Average vigor
• Very productive
Harvest Period
• Mid-season
Other Attributes
• Sweet
• Very juicy
Site Requirements
• Full Sun
• Very hardy
Skill Required
• Easy to grow
Uses
• High dessert quality
• Cooking or baking
• Good for drying
• Canning or freezing