Plum Trees - Hanska

The Hanska Plum is a Japanese-type plum known for its vibrant purple skin and sweet, juicy yellow flesh. This medium to large-sized plum offers a firm, smooth texture with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, making it ideal for fresh eating, preserving, or baking. Ripening in mid to late summer, the Hanska Plum is not only delicious but also resistant to common plum diseases, making it a reliable choice for home orchards and gardens.

Key Features:

• Sweet, Juicy Flavor: Firm yellow flesh with a sweet-tart flavor, perfect for fresh eating or preserving.

• Vibrant Purple Skin: Glossy purple skin with a rich golden-yellow flesh.

• Mid-Season Harvest: Ripens in mid to late summer, typically in July or August.

• Disease Resistant: Known for its resistance to common plum diseases like bacterial canker and leaf spot.

• Versatile Use: Ideal for fresh eating, jams, jellies, and baking.

Mature Size:

• Height: 15–20 feet

• Spread: 15–20 feet

• Growth Rate: Moderate

USDA Hardiness Zones:

• Zones: 5–9

Chill Hours:

• 500–700 chill hours required for optimal fruiting.

Care Instructions:

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun (6+ hours daily) for the best fruit production and flowering.

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0 is ideal.

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season but avoid waterlogging.

• Pruning: Light pruning in late winter to maintain shape and improve airflow.

• Pollination: Cross-pollination with another Japanese-type plum, such as Methley or AU Cherry, is recommended for optimal fruit set.

Landscape Uses:

• Perfect for home orchards and small to medium-sized gardens.

• Adds ornamental beauty with its vibrant purple fruit and spring blossoms.

• Ideal for fresh eating, making preserves, or baking.

With its sweet, juicy flesh, firm texture, and disease resistance, the Hanska Plum is an excellent addition to any garden. It offers reliable yields and vibrant fruit, making it a top choice for both fresh consumption and preserving.