Cherry Plum
Cherry Plum is a champion for productivity among stone fruits, yielding up to 80 kg per tree.
Cherry Plum is one of the most ancient fruit crops, originating from the Caucasus and the Mediterranean, where it has been cultivated for several thousand years. This undemanding plant has long won the hearts of gardeners worldwide with its reliability and generous yields, becoming a true treasure for those seeking a balance between beauty and practicality.
In March and April, the tree becomes covered with delicate white and pink blossoms, creating a charming spring display. Reaching 4–8 metres in height, cherry plum forms a compact crown that responds well to pruning and does not take up much space in the garden. There are many interesting cultivars—from classic yellow varieties to deep red and even black fruited selections, each with its own flavour characteristics and uses. The wonderful sweet-tart taste of the fruits makes them ideal for both fresh consumption and preservation.
In the garden, cherry plum pairs beautifully with plum, apricot, and sour cherry, creating a harmonious composition of stone fruits. Undemanding in care, it requires only moderate watering and a sunny location. Most intriguingly, cherry plum rightly claims the title of champion for productivity among stone fruits—a single tree can produce up to 80 kilograms of delicious fruit in a season. This is an excellent crop for gardens of any size: from small urban plots to large farm holdings, combining the beauty of spring blossom with the practical generosity of a bountiful harvest.
Cherry Plum — planting & location
Tart-sweet fruits, early flowering
How to water Cherry Plum
Moderate watering
Fertilizing and pruning: Cherry Plum
Remove suckers and diseased branches