'Imperial Gage' Plum Tree
Superb taste, superb crop!
Grown by Mike
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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'Imperial Gage' Plum Tree
- A sweet and juicy, large yellow dessert plum which is also great for cooking
- Mid season variety - crops in late August
- Cropping is so impressive, you may have to support the branches to stop them breaking under the weight of the fruit
- Semi Dwarfing rootstock ideal for an average sized garden
- Self fertile - does not need a pollination partner
- Grows to 4m x 5m
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
What to expect
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the 'Imperial Gage' plum tree is suitable for a pot of 50 to 60 centimetres, provided it is on a dwarfing rootstock like Pixy.
How big does it get?
The Imperial Gage Plum Tree typically reaches a mature height of 3 to 4.5 metres and a spread of 3 to 4 metres, though this can be restricted by using dwarfing rootstocks.
How much sunlight does this need?
For optimal growth and fruit production, planting Imperial Gage Plum in a location that receives full sunlight, ideally at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sun per day, is essential. It thrives in a warm, sunny position with temperatures between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The 'Imperial Gage' plum tree prefers moist but well-drained, loamy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
How much watering does this plant need?
The 'Imperial Gage' Plum Tree requires approximately 3 to 4 centimetres of water weekly to maintain its reliable, sweet yellow-green fruits.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the 'Imperial Gage' Plum Tree will need pruning. Prune in early to mid-summer to avoid silver leaf disease, trimming back new growth by 10 to 15 centimetres.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Imperial Gage' plum tree is fully hardy in all of the UK, holding an RHS hardiness rating of H6, which means it can withstand temperatures from -15°C to -20°C.
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Meet Mike
Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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