Willingham gage plum
Prunus domestica 'Willingham 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
'Willingham gage' plum (Prunus domestica 'Willingham 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. Early to late spring flowers draw butterflies and bees. The fruit is grown for fresh eating and ripens late in the season. It is not self-fertile, so plant a second plum nearby for pollination.
Pairs well with Honeycrisp apple, Gladiator ornamental onion, and Switchgrass.