Beauty Japanese Plum Tree

Beauty is one of the richest-flavored Japanese plums; a wonderful blend of sweet and tart that melts in your mouth. The tree is fast growing and extremely productive, bearing bright red, medium-sized fruit with amber-streaked, red flesh. This was one of developer Luther Burbank’s favorites of his plum varieties, and was introduced in 1911. The fruit is reminiscent of Santa Rosa, but much better suited to cool weather growers. Beauty starts producing at an early age, sometimes the year after planting! Self fertile in most regions, and a good pollinizer for other Asian plums. Low chill; only needing 250 hours to reliably set fruit.Plums are a delectable addition to any home garden. Growing plum trees is not only rewarding but also extremely tasty. Plums are excellent fresh but also make a wonderful jam or jelly. Care of plum trees is not difficult as long as you are consistent. Apply 1 pound (0.5 kg.) of organic fertilizer or well-aged manure in March of the first and second year, in addition to one cup (240 ml.) of calcium nitrate in May of the first and second year. After this time, you can add 2/3 cup (160 ml.) of calcium nitrate in March and August. Provide plenty of water for new trees and during times of dry weather. Place shredded bark or other mulch around the tree to help with water retention, however, be careful not to let it touch the trunk.