Plum 'Combination'

Common Name: Combination Plum Tree

Scientific Name: Prunus spp. 'Combination'

Plant Type: Deciduous Tree

Zone: 4-9 (depending on the varieties grafted)

Bloom Colour: White

Fruit Colour: Varies by grafted variety; typically shades of purple, red, yellow, or green

Fruit Size: Medium to large (varies by variety)

Ripens/Harvest: Sequentially, depending on the varieties grafted

Exposure: Full sun

Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0

Flavour Profile: Varies by variety; commonly sweet, tart, or a combination

Fruit Texture: Firm and juicy (varies by variety)

Years To Bear: 3-5 years after planting

Mature Size: 15-20 feet tall, 15-20 feet wide (semi-dwarf and dwarf options are smaller)

Spacing: 15-20 feet apart for standard trees, 10-12 feet for semi-dwarf

Pollination Requirements: Often self-fertile as multiple varieties are grafted onto the same tree, but cross-pollination with another plum variety may improve yields