Big-tree Plum File
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)
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
The most common pest. Hand-pick them into soapy water. 10-15 feet (can be trained as single trunk
Requires a second variety (another wild plum seedling) 1. Planting and Site Selection big-tree plum
Water heavily every week during the first growing season to establish roots.
Skin should be fully colored (red/orange/yellow) and give slightly when gently squeezed.
Are you planting this for , or as a hedge/privacy screen ? Do you know your planting zone ?








