Wickson Japanese Plum

Prunus salicina 'Wickson'

The Wickson plum is a large, heart-shaped, greenish yellow fruit that is firm and very sweet. It is very popular for fresh eating.

Pricing

Wickson Plum on Standard (Myrobalan) root, Extra Large 5/8" up caliper grade    -    $21.99

Height 12-15 Feet

Spread 10-12 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Wickson is a japanese-type plum, but it is considered self-fruitful. However, use it as a pollinator for other Japanese plums and it will set bigger crops, as well as help those too.

A Little History Wickson was developed and released by Luther Burbank.

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Thin heavily for size • Early blooming • Excellent pollinizer • Pollinizer needed • Thin early for size	Fruit Characteristics • Medium size fruit • Freestone	Growth Rate/Habit • Spreading habit • Very vigorous • Early to bear • Very productive	Harvest Period • Concentrated harvest • Mid-season
Other Attributes • Sweet • Very juicy • Sub-acid flavor	Site Requirements • Winter hardy • Full Sun	Skill Required • Easy to grow	Uses • Canning or freezing • High dessert quality • Cooking or baking