Collection: Plum Trees
Our premium plum trees are perfect even for a beginner as they’re so reliable and heavy cropping. Damsons and gages are from the same family and are well worth adding to your home orchard. And naturally they’re all traditionally grown and hand-picked (literally) by our UK tree growers for their exceptional performance, so they’re guaranteed to produce the goods!
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'Victoria' Plum Tree
Plums fit for a queen
- The iconic plum with a superb flavour
- Damp, cold or partial shade? No problem
- Makes the perfect plum frangipane
- Harvest from late August onwards
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'Opal' Plum Tree
As stunning as a precious stone
- Aromatic, juicy and flavourful
- Fast-growing and early-cropping
- Bite-sized fruit, makes a topnotch crumble
- Harvest from late July to early August
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'Old Greengage' Plum Tree
An incredible heritage variety
- Rich, candy-sweet and tender
- A truly reliable cropper
- Superb eaten fresh
- Harvest from August
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'Merryweather' Damson Tree
The largest damson variety
- A naturally tart, tangy flavour
- Grows well in cold and wet climates
- This iron-rich fruit makes great jam and wine
- Harvest from late August
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'Jubilee' Plum Tree
Even better than Victoria?
- A well-balanced, complex flavour profile
- Notably large fruits
- Makes a fabulous plum pie
- Harvest from mid-August
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'Oullins Golden Gage' Plum Tree
An easy-to-grow gage
- Sweet and aromatic
- A great choice for growing in cooler areas
- Pick and eat fresh or bake into a pie
- Harvest from the middle of August
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'Mirabelle De Nancy' Plum Tree
Versatile, French cherry plum
- Honeyed and highly moreish
- Easy to grow and loved by pollinators
- Make a classic Tarte aux Mirabelles
- Harvest from late August
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'Shropshire Prune' Damson Tree
Heavy-cropping, heritage damson
- Punchy, sharp taste that cooks down nicely
- Ideal for northern gardens
- Makes an outstanding damson crumble
- Harvest from early September
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'Farleigh' Damson Tree
The best of all damsons?
- Rich and complex flavour
- A brilliant option for wall training
- Great for jam or damson vodka
- Harvest from late August to September
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Patio Plum Tree
Your fave varieties, kept small
- Expertly grown to keep nice and small
- Includes very hardy varieties
- Pick and eat fresh or make a sticky plum jam
- Sweet plums, sensational flowers
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'Cambridge Gage' Plum Tree
One of the most popular gages
- Juicy and irresistable
- Any surplus will freeze well
- Superb in a greengage and pistachio cobbler
- Harvest from late August to early September
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Your orchard shortcut
- Sweet and juicy fruits
- Grow these compact trees in any size garden
- Eat fresh or make into jams
- Harvest from July to September
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'Guinevere' Plum Tree
A versatile, tasty new variety
- Sumptuously sweet plums
- Heavy cropper (and also self fertile)
- Eat fresh or cook up a crumble
- Harvest from mid-September (stores well)
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'Lizzie' Plum Tree
Early-cropping, sweet, red plum
- The plum that tastes like pear drops
- The best plum tree for blossom
- Makes a fantastic plum tarte tatin
- Harvest from mid-July
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Cordon Plum Tree
Plenty of plums, minimal space
- Expertly grown in a columnar shape
- Includes reliably-cropping varieties
- Use to make syrups, jams and chutneys
- Honeyed plums, evocative flowers
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'Mirabelle Golden Sphere' Plum Tree
The belle of the... Sphere?
- Jammy with a touch of sharpness
- Neat and slender, perfect for smaller gardens
- Makes a beautiful Ukrainian plum pastry
- Harvest from late August
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The ultimate stone fruit trees
- Grow your own delicious cherries and plums
- Flavourful, easy to grow and beautiful
- Eat fresh or use in baking and desserts
- RHS Plants for Pollinators
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Your balcony's new best friends
- Stone fruit grown on the patio!
- Sweet, juicy, and oh-so moreish
- RHS award-winning varieties
- Loved by pollinators
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Three trees our growers swear by
- Bumper-cropping varieties
- Easy to grow and full of flavour
- Neat and compact trees for any garden
- Harvest from August to November
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'Imperial Gage' Plum Tree
Superb taste, superb crop!
- Decadent and delectably sweet gages
- Well-suited to Northern climates
- Try making a greengage and vanilla tart
- Harvest from late August
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ÂŁ89Sale price From ÂŁ65Mini Orchard Collection | Apple, Pear & Plum
Grow your own thriving orchard!
- Juicy, sweet and intensely flavourful
- RHS award-winning varieties
- Eat fresh or use in scrummy desserts
- Harvest from July to November
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'Rivers Early Prolific' Plum Tree
Grown for almost 200 years!
- Sweet and deliciously juicy
- Heavy cropper (hence the name!)
- Eat straight from the tree or bake in a pie
- Harvest from mid-July
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'Southampton Selection' Sloe Tree
Grow your own sloe gin!
- A tartness that's perfect for jams
- Brilliant for wildlife and pollinators
- Essential for sloe gin and hedgerow jelly!
- Harvest from October
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ÂŁ105Sale price From ÂŁ72Award-Winning Cordon Fruit Tree Collection | Apple, Pear & Plum
All the plaudits, half the space
- Columnar fruit trees that save on space
- Three RHS award-winning varieties
- Grow in pots and on balconies
- Create your own miniature orchard
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South Downs National Park
Meet Danielle
110 years' expertise free with every tree
Danielle's nursery has been growing trees in the South Downs National Park for over a century, and it shows. Dug up and sent straight to your garden at between 18-36 months old, their quality rootstocks, expert pruning and natural pest control mean that these traditionally field-grown trees are the hardiest you can get.
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Which plum tree?
Plums, gages and damsons are all members of the Prunus domestica family. Plums are large, soft fleshed and can be used for eating or cooking, depending on the variety. They’re easy to grow. Gages are smaller, rounder and sweeter for eating but need more sun than plums. Damsons are very easy to grow, have a tart flavour and are best for cooking and jam. Plums and gages will produce a crop within three years (1-2 years for smaller dwarfing varieties) while damsons may take between 3 and 5 - however it is worth the wait! Opal is great for a medium to large garden. If you have a small space or want to grow in a pot, choose a patio tree like Victoria. Here’s some more help with choosing.

What's the deal with rootstocks?
Plum trees are easy to grow. They’re happy in most well draining soils and prefer a sunny site. Prune them annually and they’ll reward you with many trouble free years. Many plum trees can fruit without another tree to pollinate them, but some need another plum nearby to do this for them. In theory this means that if you only plant one plum tree, it should be a self-fertile variety. However it’s very unlikely (unless you live in a remote area) that there won’t be another plum tree within a mile of you. If you do live in a remote area, self fertile varieties include Victoria Plum and Farleigh Damson.

Growers' tips
Plum trees are easy to grow. They’re happy in most well draining soils and prefer a sunny site. Prune them annually and they’ll reward you with many trouble free years. Many plum trees can fruit without another tree to pollinate them, but some need another plum nearby to do this for them. In theory this means that if you only plant one plum tree, it should be a self-fertile variety. However it’s very unlikely (unless you live in a remote area) that there won’t be another plum tree within a mile of you. If you do live in a remote area, self fertile varieties include Victoria Plum and Farleigh Damson.

Using your plums
Plums are delicious straight from the tree, but if we know plum trees (and we know plum trees), you’ll have more than you can eat! Make them into crumble, jam, chutney and tarts or check out our favourite recipes and ideas for preserving your bumper crop. Grown your own damsons? You have to try the classic gin…
Plum Tree FAQs
Where should I plant my plum tree?
It’s best to plant your plum tree in an area that gets at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. It’s also worth noting that frost can damage your trees if you plant them in low areas where there is a possibility of frost settling.
How long does it take a plum tree to produce fruit?
You may see your first plums 3 years after planting, but you should not expect substantial crops until the 4/5th year. Patience tastes like plums!
How do I care for a plum tree?
Grow plum trees in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Bare root trees do not require regular watering, only during dry spells. On the other hand, container grown trees will need watering every other day for the first few months until their roots are established, slowly reducing this to twice a week until autumn. Don’t worry, there’s no need to feed! Plum trees get all the nutrients they need from the soil.
When should I plant a plum tree?
Bare root is best to plant late autumn to early spring when the trees are dormant, and potted trees are best in the summer.
Do I need to prune my plum tree?
We professionally prune our trees before dispatching them. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, to stop the tree becoming 'leggy' and promote stronger, bushier growth.
Do I need two plum trees to produce fruit?
You may need two plum trees to produce fruit as many trees are not fully self-fertile. To ensure a successful crop on trees that are not self-fertile, you will need a compatible plum tree that flowers at the same time.
What are the best plum trees to grow in the UK?
Whatever your plum preference, there are plenty of varieties out there to suit all palates. Here are some of our favourites:
- Victoria Plum Tree - The UK's favourite - reliable, versatile and delicious!
- Opal Plum Tree - Superbly flavoured red dessert plum.
- Merryweather Damson Tree - The largest damson variety, great for cooking & jams.
- Old Greengage Plum Tree - Considered to have the best flavour of any plum or gage.
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