Prunus salicina 'Methley'

Methley Japanese Plum

  • Fragrant fruit and flowers
  • Small, upright tree
  • Great for home orchards
  • red-purple plums

  • Category: Fruit Tree
  • Hardiness Zone: 5-9
  • Height: 8-20 ft
  • Spread: 8-20 ft

A wide-spreading canopy that doubles as a great shade tree, 'Methley' is a small Japanese plum tree that produces a heavy crop of medium-sized purple fruits. The flesh is red, sweet, and very juicy to use in many ways. Fruit ripens over a long season and is ready to harvest throughout the whole summer. Eat raw or use it to make jelly.

Attributes
• Edible
• Summer Bloomer
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Songbirds
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer Bloomer
Exposure
• Full Sun
Habit
• Upright
Soil Moisture
• Average Water
• Moist, Well-Drained
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Prunus salicina 'Methley'

Plant in full sun in water frequently until established. Prune in winter to promote open branching and good airflow for fruiting.