Sweet Treat Pluerry
The Sweet Treat® Pluerry® is a highly ornamental, deciduous interspecific hybrid tree combining plum and cherry characteristics. It produces colorful fruit larger than a cherry but smaller than a plum, offering a unique flavor profile that balances cherry sweetness with a bright plum finish. This variety is precocious and prolific, yielding heavy crops that ripen from late June through July and remain on the tree for an extended period. It features green foliage throughout the season and attractive spring flowers. Ideal for home orchards and edible landscaping, this tree requires full sun and well-drained soil for optimal growth and productivity.
$59.99
Owner Satisfaction
3.8
/ 5
Category Rank
1342
/ 1377
#1342 in Trees
Price vs Category Average
-44%
Below average
Size
5
/ gallon container stock
Who it's for
- Exceptional Flavor Profile
- Reliable Early Harvest
- Compact and Attractive
Who should skip it
- Susceptible to Pests
- Specific Chill Requirements
- Delicate Texture Post-Harvest
Key Specs
Size
5 gallon container stock
Mature Height
12 to 15 feet
Mature Spread
12 to 15 feet
Canopy Clearance
3 feet (low canopy)
Chilling Requirement
200–300 hours
Bloom Time
Spring
Fruit Ripening Window
Late June through July
Features
- Precocity: Produces heavy crops at a young age
- Requires cross-pollination from specific plum/pluot varieties
- Strong ornamental value beyond fruit production
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Sweet Treat Pluerry fruit, noting its intense sweetness and unique flavor profile as a major highlight. The primary challenge reported centers on reliability and ease of establishment. Many buyers find the tree requires more specific care than anticipated, leading to slower initial growth or difficulty getting it to thrive in the first season. While the successful harvest strongly justifies the investment, the initial learning curve slightly impacts overall satisfaction regarding vigor and maintenance.
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