Blaisdon Red plum
Prunus domestica 'Blaisdon Red'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Upright-spreading / vase
- Bloom season
- Spring
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Blaisdon Red' plum (Prunus domestica 'Blaisdon Red') is a tree for food gardens and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil. It blooms in early to late spring, and bees and butterflies visit the flowers. The fruit ripens in mid season and has exceptional flavor for culinary use. Plant a second plum nearby, since this tree is not self-fertile.
Pairs well with Crab apple, Little bluestem, Gladiator ornamental onion, and Incrediball hydrangea.