Guinevere plum
Prunus domestica 'Guinevere'
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
'Guinevere' plum (Prunus domestica 'Guinevere') 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 large purple-black fruit is grown for fresh eating and cooking, and it ripens late in the season. The tree is self-fertile, so one tree can set fruit alone.
Pairs well with Serviceberry, Black chokeberry, and Gladiator ornamental onion.