The Golden Transparent Gage plum tree is an exceptional old European plum with sugary flesh reminiscent of candied fruit. Golden Transparent plum trees are one of the larger gages with bronze to golden skin, often beautifully freckled with crimson dots. The succulent translucent flesh has a rich, juicy, apricot-like flavor. Great for dessert or making preserves. The Golden Transparent Gage plum tree is naturally compact growth habit making it good fit for the small garden. Self-fertile. For further information on the Golden Transparent Gage plum see below for assistance selecting this bare root plum tree for sale.
Considerations for Golden Transparent
USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Harvest Period: Late
Low Chill: Yes
Bloom Period: Midseason
Pollination Requirement: Self-Fertile
Origin Date: England 1894
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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