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Satsuma Japanese Plum

Prunus salicina 'Satsuma'
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The Satsuma plum has medium to large, round, dark red fruit with a small pit. The firm, juicy fruit has a sweet and levely flavor that is excellent for frest eating, cooking, canning or preserves. It ripens in early to mid-season.

The famous plant breeder, Luther Burbank, introduced Satsuma in 1899.

Satsuma is a a productive and consistent producer if pollinated correctly. Use Shiro or another early blooming Japanese plum.

Height
10-14
Spread
10-14
Zone
5-8
Color
Dark red
Categories
Plum - Japanese Varieties
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