Cherry Plum 'Zlato Skifov'
Developed at the Mironivka Institute of Horticulture specifically for the local climate.
Cherry Plum 'Zlato Skifov' is a genuine treasure for the Ukrainian gardener seeking a reliable and undemanding fruit crop. This variety was developed at the Mironivka Institute of Horticulture specifically for our climate, making it ideally suited to the conditions of central, southern, and western regions of Ukraine. Cherry plum is an ancient crop that has been cultivated by humanity for millennia, and this particular variety is the result of meticulous breeding work by Ukrainian specialists aimed at creating a plant that not only bears fruit but also captivates the gardener's heart.
In spring, the cherry plum becomes covered with delicate white flowers that celebrate the return of warmth and promise a generous harvest. Golden fruits ripen in summer—this is one of the sweetest cherry plums, renowned for its sweetness and delicate flavour. The tree reaches moderate size and fits easily into garden compositions of any scale, creating a compact and neat silhouette.
This plant demonstrates excellent compatibility with other southern fruit crops—apricots, peaches, and plums. Plant it alongside these fruit companions, and they will harmoniously contrast with one another, while cross-pollination will only improve your yield. Cherry plum requires no complicated care: regular watering during fruit ripening and light crown thinning in spring are sufficient.
'Zlato Skifov' is a plant developed with understanding of local needs, offering you not only the unique flavour of home-grown fruit but also confidence that it is adapted to the temperature and moisture fluctuations characteristic of the Ukrainian climate. It is an investment in resilience and productivity for years to come, one that pays for itself with the first harvest.
Cherry Plum 'Zlato Skifov' — planting & location
Large yellow sweet fruits; the finest cherry plum variety
How to water Cherry Plum 'Zlato Skifov'
Regular watering during fruit ripening
Fertilizing and pruning: Cherry Plum 'Zlato Skifov'
Thin the crown