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The Czar Plum Fruit Tree (Prunus Domestica 'Czar')

The Czar Plum Tree is a robust and productive fruit tree known for its delicious, large, purple plums. This variety is highly regarded for its sweet, juicy flesh and is ideal for fresh eating, cooking, and preserving.

  • Medium Growth Rate
  • White Flowers
  • Deciduous
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  • Planting Conditions: The Czar Plum tree thrives in well-drained, fertile soil, ideally a loamy or sandy loam that retains moisture without becoming waterlogged. It can tolerate various soil types, including clay, as long as drainage is adequate. The soil should ideally have a neutral to slightly acidic pH (around 6.0-7.0) for optimal growth. Choose a location with full sun as it needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day.
  • Growth Rate: Moderate growth rate, generally reaching a mature height of around 3-4 metres (10-13 feet) within 5-6 years.
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The Czar Plum Tree Description

The Czar Plum tree is a popular choice for home gardeners in the UK, valued for its hardiness, attractive blossoms, and delicious fruit. This self-fertile variety produces large, dark purple plums with a sweet and juicy flavour, making them ideal for fresh eating, cooking, and preserving. With its moderate growth rate and manageable size, the Czar Plum is suitable for a variety of garden spaces.

Pruning Advice

Regular pruning is essential for maintaining the health and productivity of the Czar Plum tree. Pruning helps to shape the tree, improve air circulation, and promote better sunlight penetration, all of which contribute to healthier growth and fruiting.

Timing:

Winter Pruning: The best time to prune the Czar Plum tree is in late winter (January to February) when the tree is dormant. This helps to minimise stress on the tree and encourages vigorous growth in the following spring.

Summer Pruning: Light pruning can be done in summer (July to August) to manage growth and direct energy towards fruit production.

Further Information

Delicious Fruit: The Czar plums are large, sweet, and juicy, making them perfect for fresh eating, cooking, or preserving.

Self-Fertile: This tree does not require cross-pollination to produce fruit, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens.

Ornamental Value: The white flowers in spring add beauty to the garden, attracting bees and other pollinators.

Robust and Hardy: The Czar Plum tree is well-suited to the UK climate, offering resilience against common pests and diseases.

Delivery & Returns

Free delivery is available on most orders (except Premium Products) providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:

* Standard Sized Boxes (Bare root up to 1.2m tall & pots up to 7.5L) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £9.98 charge.

* Tall Sized Boxes (Bare roots 1.2m & over) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £24.99 charge.

* Pallets (Root balls, large pots 10L+, trees etc | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £350 | or £82 charge.

* Pleached Trees (Specialist Delivery) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £1500 | or £450 charge.

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