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

Empress Plum on Standard (Lovell peach) root, Extra Large 5/8" up caliper grade    -    $21.99

Height 10-14 Feet

Spread 10-14 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Empress will set heaviler crops with another European plum or prune pollinating it, like President.

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