Gordon Castle plum
Prunus domestica 'Gordon Castle'
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
'Gordon Castle' plum (Prunus domestica 'Gordon Castle') 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 the flowers attract butterflies and bees. The fruit ripens late and is grown for fresh eating. Plant a second plum nearby, because this one is not self-fertile.
Pairs well with Empire apple, Gladiator ornamental onion, Nelly Moser clematis, and Royal fern.