Plant Quick Guide
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Plum Trees - AU Rosa
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6-9.
Description
The AU Rosa Plum is a high-performing Japanese plum variety developed by Auburn University to thrive in the South. Known for its beautiful reddish skin and sweet, amber-yellow flesh, this plum ripens early in the season, making it one of the first summer fruits to enjoy fresh, canned, or baked into desserts. Its consistent yields, disease resistance, and low chill hour requirement make it a favorite for home growers in warmer climates.
Key Features:
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Early Harvest: Ripens in late spring to early summer, producing juicy, sweet plums.
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Attractive Fruit: Reddish skin with sweet, golden-yellow flesh and excellent flavor.
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Southern Adaptability: Developed specifically for warm climates with a low chill requirement (~400–500 hours).
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Disease Resistant: Bred for resistance to bacterial leaf spot and other common plum issues.
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Pollination Required: Needs another Japanese plum (like AU Producer or Methley) for cross-pollination.
Mature Size:
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Height: 15–20 feet
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Spread: 12–15 feet
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Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Hardiness Zones:
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Zones: 6–9
Care Instructions:
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Sunlight: Prefers full sun (6+ hours daily) for optimal fruit development.
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Soil: Thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral loamy soil.
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during establishment and fruiting season.
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Pruning: Prune in late winter to maintain shape and encourage air circulation.
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Pollination: Requires a second Japanese plum variety for fruit set.
Landscape Uses:
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Ideal for home orchards in southern regions
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Beautiful spring blooms followed by early, flavorful fruit
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Excellent for fresh eating, baking, or preserves
With its early ripening, disease resistance, and sweet flavor, the AU Rosa Plum is a top choice for southern gardeners seeking a reliable and productive plum tree.
Shipping
At Plant Me Green, we carefully handle, package, and ship every order to ensure your plants arrive healthy and ready to thrive. All orders ship via FedEx Home Delivery®, typically the next business day after checkout.
- We offer $15 flat-rate shipping on all eligible orders.
- Orders over $100 ship FREE.
- Replacement tree shipments are $15 per box.
Plant Me Green ships from multiple nursery locations, including Oregon, Tennessee, and Florida. If your order contains items from more than one location, plants may ship separately and arrive at different times.
🚨 Please note: We are unable to hold orders. To ensure your plants arrive at the right time, please place your order as close as possible to when you would like to receive it.
If you have any questions concerning transit time for your order, please feel free to contact us at info@plantmegreen.com or toll free 855-817-5268.
Due to strict agricultural laws, we cannot ship to the following locations:
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Alaska
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Hawaii
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Puerto Rico
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International destinations
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California and Arizona orders are limited to approved items only and may not apply to all products.
How to Plant
STEP 2) Once you've located the perfect spot, the hole you are digging must be at least double the width and as deep as the root system you are planting.
STEP 3) Remove the plant from the pot and place the root ball in the hole. The top of the root system should be level with the ground. Before placing the tree or shrub in the hole, use your hands to gently break up the root system.
STEP 4) Once the plant is in place, backfill the hole with native soil and any leftover potting material.
STEP 5) Pack down the soil to eliminate any air pockets.
STEP 6) When finished, water thoroughly.
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