Plum — Big-tree
Canadian plums are not self-fertile. (seedlings rather than clones) for proper fruit set. 5. Pests and Diseases
Avoid heavy pruning until the tree begins bearing fruit (usually 3–5 years).
Protect young trunks with wire cages (deer) or hardware cloth (voles) to prevent girdling. 6. Harvesting Timing: Fruit matures in late summer to early fall. big-tree plum
Are you planting this for , or as a hedge/privacy screen ? Do you know your planting zone ?
Generally not required unless soil is very poor. Canadian plums are not self-fertile
10-15 feet (can be trained as single trunk or shrub/hedge) Fruit Size: ~1 inch Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Soil Requirement: Loamy, well-draining soil (pH 6.0-6.8)
The most common pest. Hand-pick them into soapy water. Pests and Diseases Avoid heavy pruning until the
Remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches ("the 3 Ds") annually.