Empress Plum
Empress Plum
Prunus domestica 'Empress'
The Empress plum ripens in early September and produces a deep blue fruit that is larger than the President plum. The strong, vigourous tree bears a firm, fine textured, yellow fleshed fruit.
Height10-14 Feet
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Spread10-14 Feet
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USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8
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Prunus domestica 'Empress' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance TipsEmpress will set heaviler crops with another European plum or prune pollinating it, like President.
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A Little History about Empress PlumEmpress is gaining popularity and Grandpa was told by his eastern European friends that it makes an excellent brandy. Grandpa loved his brandy, but blackberry was his favorite.
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Prunus domestica 'Empress' Characteristics & Attributes
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Bloom Character
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Fruit Characteristics
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Growth Rate/Habit
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Very vigorous |
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Upright habit |
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Harvest Period
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Mid-season |
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Late summer |
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Other Attributes
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Site Requirements
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Winter hardy |
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Full Sun |
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Skill Required
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Uses
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Cooking or baking |
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Canning or freezing |
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High dessert quality |
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