Elephant Heart Plum
Discover the Elephant Heart Plum, a deciduous fruit tree celebrated for its abundant yield and superior fruit quality, making it an excellent addition to home orchards. This variety produces large, heart-shaped plums with a firm texture and a deep red, richly flavored, juicy flesh. Its dark reddish-purple mottled skin adds visual appeal. The tree offers a generous harvest season, typically from late August through September, and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. For optimal fruiting, cross-pollination with a Beauty or Santa Rosa Plum is recommended.
$59.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
753
/ 1377
#753 in Trees
Price vs Category Average
-44%
Below average
Size
5
/ gallon container stock
Who it's for
- Exceptional Eating Quality
- Striking Visual Appeal
- Excellent Culinary Versatility
Who should skip it
- Requires Cross-Pollination
- Susceptible to Brown Rot
- Specific Climate Needs
Key Specs
Size
5 gallon container stock
Mature Height
15 to 20 feet
Mature Spread
15 to 20 feet
Chilling Hours Required
500 hours or fewer
Fruit Ripening Period
Late August through September
Pollination Requirement
Requires cross-pollination (Beauty Plum or Santa Rosa Plum)
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-9
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Features
- Produces large, heart-shaped plums
- Sweet, juicy, richly flavored red flesh
- Firm fruit texture
- Dark reddish-purple mottled skin
- Long harvest season
- Heavy bearing and productive
- Flowers in spring
- Suitable for edible landscaping
What customers say
Customers rave about the exceptional quality and vigor of Armstrong's Elephant Heart Plum trees. The nursery stock is consistently noted for its robust health, promising reliable establishment in home gardens. A key satisfaction driver is the anticipation of large, flavorful fruit, highlighting the tree's strong genetic potential. Despite the initial cost, the long term yield and straightforward growth make this plum a highly valued addition for dedicated home orchardists seeking a rewarding harvest.
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