USDA Certified Organic

This unique heirloom plum, created by Luther Burbank in 1898, displays characteristics of the 'Reine Claude' variety, placing it within the Gage plum classification. As stated in 1911 by U.P. Hedrick, it boasts a "rich, golden color, large size, fine form, melting flesh, and sweet, luscious flavor... unmatched in quality by any other plum." This exceptional fruit continues to receive high praise from all who taste it. Pearl remains an exceptional choice for the backyard orchardist resilient, trouble-free, and consistently yielding exquisite, fresh fruit perfect for preserving as well. For further information on the Pearl plum see below for assistance selecting this bare root plum tree for sale. Very limited quantity this year.

Considerations Pearl Plum 

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Heirloom: Yes

Harvest Period: Midseason

Bloom Period: Late

Pollination Requirement: Self-Fertile

Origin Date: United States 1890's

Storage: A few weeks

Rootstock: Mariana (semi-dwarf)

Years to Bear: 2-5 years

Recommended Spacing: 12-16 ft.

Mature Size: 12-16 ft.

Water Requirements: 12-15 gallons per week May through Sept.

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Size of tree

Our trees range in height from 4-8 ft. in our field and trimmed to 4 to 5 ft. when shipped. Our young two year trees are most often feathered (side limbs). The trees diameter (caliper) is often 1/2 to 3/4 inch; *As noted by University of California Scientists and other qualified professionals the most successful trees often have caliper from 1/2" to 5/8" and usually establish faster than smaller and larger planting stock. .

Pruning tip

Basic idea for Pruning: Most fruit trees should be pruned in frost-free periods mid to late winter. (apricots best after bud break) Remove most vertical branches and shorten side branches. Fruiting wood is best on horizontal to 45 degree limbs. Learn more...

Shipping information

Shipping Note: Our fruit trees and berries are delivered to you bareroot during their winter dormancy from January through May depending on USDA zone. Trees are shipped with your invoice and helpful planting directions. There is no minimum quantity required but shipping rate for an individual tree is expensive since UPS/Fed Ex charge a dimensional weight and an additional handling fee to ship a tree. You'll find it's cost effective to consider a handful of trees,vines or our helpful Tree Starter Kits.

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