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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.

Pricing


Height

10-14 Feet

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Spread

10-14 Feet


USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

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Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Empress will set heaviler crops with another European plum or prune pollinating it, like President.

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A Little History

Empress 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.

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
Pollinizer needed
Fruit Characteristics
Large fruit
Growth Rate/Habit
Very vigorous
Upright habit
Harvest Period
Late summer
Mid-season
Other Attributes
Sweet
Very juicy
Site Requirements
Full Sun
Winter hardy
Skill Required
Average skill
Uses
High dessert quality
Cooking or baking
Canning or freezing