Plum Tree - Opal Bush (Julien A)
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Our Opal Bush tree has one of the earliest and tastiest plums you can grow, often ready to pick as soon as late July. In spring, it reveals bundles of pure white flowers, filling the garden with charm before the glossy green foliage appears. Its medium-sized fruits ripen to a rich reddish-purple, often compared to the famous greengage. Perfect to be eaten straight from the tree, they’re also excellent for jams, tarts, and puddings.
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Compact and easy to grow, this bush form is ideal for family gardens, cottage plots, or smaller orchards, offering a heavy crop without demanding much space. It thrives in full sun and enjoys fertile, well-drained soil. Minimal winter pruning keeps the tree productive, while watering during dry spells and mulching in spring help to boost fruit size and flavour. Hardy, reliable, and delightfully early, the Opal Bush Plum Tree is a must-have for gardeners wanting to enjoy one of the first harvests of summer.
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Supplied in approx. 12 litre containers grafted on a St. Julien rootstock. This semi-vigorous variety produces trees smaller than their own roots, reaching an ultimate height of around 2m, perfect for smaller gardens. St. Julien can thrive in a wide variety of soil types.
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The primary intended use of this plant is to grow food for human consumption.
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