Plum x 'Elephant Heart'

Plum x 'Elephant Heart': Heart-Shaped Plums Late in the Season

Elephant Heart carries large, heart-shaped fruit with dark reddish skins. A heavy bearer, it generally ripens from late August into September, extending the plum harvest.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 5-6 m
• Spread: 5-6 m
• Flower Colour: White
• Flowering Period: Early Spring
• Foliage: Green
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Moist to Average Soil; Well-Drained Soil

Uses and Benefits: Use the substantial plums for fresh eating or cooking. Their shape and late timing make this a distinctive addition to a mixed plum orchard.

Care Instructions: Include a compatible Japanese plum for cross-pollination. Maintain moisture while the large fruit grows, thin excessive clusters and keep the canopy open so the later harvest receives good light.