Early Transparent gage plum
Prunus domestica 'Early Transparent gage'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Early Transparent gage' plum (Prunus domestica 'Early Transparent gage') 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. Bees and butterflies visit the flowers in early to late spring. The fruit is grown for fresh eating and straw-colored jam. The thin skin is sometimes see-through, and the tree is self-fertile.
Pairs well with Serviceberry, Gladiator ornamental onion, Pink Impression tulip, and Paris coral bells.