Excelsior Plum
Japanese Plum — Prunus salicina
Excelsior Plum is a stone-fruit selection with juicy flesh and a sweet to tangy flavor, well suited to fresh eating.
This plant is also called: Chinesische Pflaume (German), 中國李 (Chinese), スモモ (Japanese), 자두 (Korean), Mận hậu (Vietnamese), Слива китайская (Russian), برقوق ياباني (Arabic), Japon eriği (Turkish). Names from public plant databases.
| Size / pot | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Gallon | 55.00 USD | Out of stock · Request this size |
Stock checked 38 minutes ago.
This plant isn't currently in stock. We can special-order it for you.
Not sure this tree fits your yard? Ask Maxi, or call us.
Plant facts
- Cultivar
- Excelsior
- Plant type
- Fruit tree
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Hardiness zones
- 8-9
- Chill hours
- About 400 chill units
- Pollination
- Pollination requirements vary; many Japanese plums need a compatible cultivar flowering at the same time.
- Mature size
- Typically 10-20 ft; often maintained smaller by pruning.
- Sun exposure
- full sun
- Harvest season
- Late spring to summer; varies by cultivar.
Growing results vary with your climate, site, care and weather. The information shown here is general guidance and does not guarantee how a plant will perform once planted at your property. For performance related issues, please reference our care guides.
Plant in full sun and well-drained soil, and confirm the cultivar's chill and pollination requirements for your area. An open, well-pruned canopy improves light and air circulation.
Florida hardiness zones
This plant is rated for zones 8 to 9. Zones it suits are outlined in the key.
- 8b (suits this plant)
- 9a (suits this plant)
- 9b (suits this plant)
- 10a
- 10b
- 11a
- 11b
Delivery and installation
Delivery and installation are available within 50 driving miles of our nursery. This plant is out of stock right now, so we cannot price delivery online yet. Ask for a special order, or call us and we will go from there.
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