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Mount Royal Plum

Mount Royal Plum (European)

Prunus domestica 'Mount Royal'

Mount Royal is very hardy bluish-black freestone plum. It is meaty, tender, sweet and juicy. It is good for all uses, including drying as prunes. It ripens in mid-season in late August. One of the best and hardiest plums for the backyard.

Pricing


Height

10-14 Feet

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Spread

10-14 Feet


USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

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Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Mount Royal is a vigorous and productive tree. It is a good pollinator for other european plums.

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A Little History

Mount Royal was discovered by W.W. Dunlop in Quebec, Canada in 1913. Its parentage is unknown.

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
Excellent pollinizer
Somewhat self-fertile
Fruit Characteristics
Medium size fruit
Growth Rate/Habit
Average vigor
Very productive
Harvest Period
Mid-season
Other Attributes
Sweet
Very juicy
Site Requirements
Very hardy
Full Sun
Skill Required
Easy to grow
Uses
Cooking or baking
Good for drying
Canning or freezing
High dessert quality