Friar Plum
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
Height10-15 Feet
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Spread10-15 Feet
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Hardiness Zone5-8
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Friar Plum on Standard (Lovell peach) root, Extra large 5/8" up caliper grade |
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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.
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A Little History about Friar Japanese Plum
Friar was introduced in California by Dr. Weinberger in 1968.
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Prunus salicina 'Friar' Characteristics & Attributes
Bloom Character
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Pollinizer needed |
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Early blooming |
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Fruit Characteristics
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Large fruit |
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Freestone |
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Growth Rate/Habit
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Harvest Period
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Other Attributes
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Complex flavor |
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Very sweet |
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Site Requirements
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Full Sun |
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Frost Sensitive |
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Somewhat bud tender |
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Skill Required
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Uses
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