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Plum Trees

Grow Your Own Plum Trees at Home

Sample the satisfaction of grow your own fruits with plum trees, and you'll also enjoy beautiful spring blossom - ornamental and productive! Whether planted as a single feature tree, trained against a wall or grown in a patio container, plum trees bring beauty and productivity to gardens of all sizes. Popular varieties such as Victoria plums are especially well suited to British conditions, offering heavy yields of sweet, juicy fruit with minimal effort.

Thanks to modern breeding, many plum types remain compact and manageable, making them ideal even for smaller gardens and courtyards. Easy to grow, hardy and generous, plum trees offer the satisfaction of harvesting your own fruit straight from the tree - fresh, flavoursome and far superior to shop bought alternatives. Explore plum trees for sale at YouGarden and discover how simple it is to enjoy homegrown plums year after year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In the UK, plum trees are best pruned in late spring or summer, usually between May and August. Pruning at this time helps reduce the risk of silver leaf disease, which can enter through cuts made during winter. Light annual pruning keeps the tree healthy, productive and in a good shapely manner. Young, establishing prune trees should be pruned in early spring, just after the buds open.

Pruning a plum tree is all about keeping it open and manageable. Start by removing any dead, damaged or crossing branches. Thin out crowded areas so light and air can move freely through the canopy, then shorten overly long shoots to maintain shape. Heavy pruning is not needed. Gentle, regular trims work far better for plums.

Plums can ripen a little once picked, but they develop their best flavour on the tree. For the sweetest results, leave plums to colour fully and soften slightly before harvesting. If picked early due to pests or weather, they can finish ripening indoors, but taste may be less intense.

Plum trees usually bloom in early to mid spring, often from March to April depending on the variety and local weather. The blossom is one of the earliest signs of fruiting to come and can be vulnerable to late frosts, so a sheltered spot helps.

Many modern plum varieties are self fertile, so one tree can produce fruit when planted on its own. However, planting two compatible varieties can improve yields and reliability, especially in cooler areas where pollination conditions are less predictable.

Plum trees thrive in a sunny, sheltered position with well drained soil. A south or west facing spot is ideal, protected from strong winds and late frosts. Avoid low lying frost pockets and waterlogged ground, as both can affect flowering and fruit set.

Most plum trees start producing fruit within three to five years after planting. Grafted trees often fruit sooner than seed grown trees, especially when given good soil, regular watering in dry spells, and light annual pruning.

The flesh of ripe plums is not toxic to dogs, but the stones are a risk. Plum stones contain compounds that can be harmful if chewed or swallowed and also pose a choking hazard. Fallen fruit should be cleared regularly if dogs have access to the garden.

Peter McDermott - Head Gardener

"Plum trees are a real treat - easy to grow, bursting with flavour, and a joy to harvest. There�s something deeply satisfying about plucking a sun-warmed, juicy plum straight from your own tree. Whether you fancy making homemade jams, baking mouth-watering crumbles, or just enjoying them fresh, these trees deliver year after year. Plus, with their stunning spring blossom and gorgeous autumn foliage, they�re not just about the fruit - they bring beauty to the garden too!"
Peter McDermott, Head Gardener

More About Plum Trees

Choosing the Right Plum Tree for Your Garden

Start by thinking about space and how you want to grow your tree. Traditional bush trees suit borders and lawns, while patio varieties thrive in large containers. The classic Victoria plum tree remains a firm favourite thanks to its reliability, heavy cropping and excellent flavour, making it a great choice for beginners. Many modern plum trees are self fertile, so a single tree will produce fruit without the need for a pollination partner. If space allows, growing more than one variety of plum can extend the harvest season and increase yields - plus you get you sample more than one flavour of plum!
Plum trees prefer a sunny, sheltered position with well drained soil, although they tolerate a wide range of garden conditions once established. When selecting which plum tree to grow, always consider harvest time, flavour and whether the fruit suits eating fresh, cooking or preserving.

Ordering Plum Trees Online

Buying plum trees online opens up a wider choice of carefully selected varieties than many garden centres can offer. At YouGarden, plum trees are supplied either bare root during the dormant season or as strong, healthy potted plants ready to grow on arrival. Bare root plum trees establish quickly when planted between autumn and early spring, giving your grow the best possible start. Each tree is packed with care and delivered direct to your door. Whether looking to buy a plum tree for a family garden, a productive patio pot or a compact space, ordering online makes it easy to choose the right tree at the right time.

How to Plant and Care for Plum Trees

Plant plum trees in a sunny position with shelter from strong winds. Dig a generous hole, tease out the roots and plant at the same depth as previously grown. Water well after planting and keep the soil moist during the first growing season. Plum trees require little maintenance once established, with light pruning best carried out in summer to reduce the risk of disease. A spring mulch helps retain moisture and improve soil structure, while an annual feed supports healthy growth and fruit development. With basic care, plum trees reward gardeners with clouds of spring blossom followed by generous harvests of flavour packed fruit. Reliable, productive and easy to grow, plum trees earn their place in every edible garden.

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