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- Produces large red fruit with a yellow flesh
- Ideal to be eaten fresh or canned
- Self-pollinating tree; ripens between late July to early August
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The Santa Rosa Plum Tree is a classic Japanese plum variety developed by Luther Burbank and widely grown for its sweet, juicy fruit and dependable performance. This tree typically matures to approximately 15–25 feet tall and wide and produces large, flavorful plums with reddish-purple skin and amber flesh. Santa Rosa requires approximately 300–500 chill hours and is partially self-fruitful, though yields are improved when paired with a compatible pollinator such as Methley or Beauty. Hardy in USDA Zones 5–9, it thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and delivers reliable harvests in home landscapes.
Highlights
- Popular Japanese plum variety producing large, reddish-purple fruit with sweet, juicy flesh
- Early- to mid-season producer valued for fresh eating and versatile use
- Ideal for home orchards, backyard fruit gardens, and edible landscapes
- Hardy in USDA Zones 5–9
- Grow in full sun with well-drained soil; benefits from a compatible Japanese plum pollinator for best fruit set
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Dimensions
Mature Height (in.) | 144 in. |
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Mature Width (in.) | 120 in. |
Details
Additional Characteristics | Pollinator Required |
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Average Shipping Height (in.) | 24 in |
Best Time to Plant | Spring to Fall |
Bloom Season | Spring |
Blossom Color Family | White |
Botanical Name | Prunus domestica |
Common Name Family | Plum Tree |
Container Size | #5 |
Container Type | Container |
Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
Hardiness Zone | 5 (-20 to -10 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) |
Mature Height (ft.) | 16-20 |
Minimum Space Between Plantings (in.) | 120 in |
Organic | Non-Organic |
Returnable | 90-Day |
Sun Tolerance | Full Sun |
Questions & Answers
Will they grow well in Mission Texas
Mission, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a and 9b. The Santa Rosa Plum Tree is hardy in USDA Zones 5-9. Given that Mission falls within the recommended hardiness zones, this plum tree should grow well there. However, it's always recommended to check with your local Texas A&M AgriLife Extension office for the most accurate and up-to-date information on growing fruit trees in your specific microclimate.
This tree is here but I can’t add it to my cart. You can plant them any time of year so why can’t I buy it?? The Santa Rosa Plum Tree 4-5 ft tall
When should I plant the tree in the yard? Can I plant it right away during the winter?
Depending your zone. Check planting guidelines. Each zone is different. If you are going to plant the tree add mulch and some fertilizer in case of freezing. My tree happened to be planted in Feb in the midst of the winter storm blast. It’s doing well.
When are you going to sell fruit trees.
It would be nice if you sold Santa Rosa plums at the store seams all the stores have plenty of apples but no plums
Does this tree do well in Zone 10, San Fernando Valley California?
No, it will not do well in Zone 10 climates.
Is this Santa Rosa Model # PLUSAN05G, produces fruits that taste Sweet?
Yes, it produces fruits that taste sweet.
how long until you get fruit
Do i have to have more than one plum Santa Rosa Tree to pollinate for fruit production?
No, you don't need to have more than one plum Santa Rosa tree to pollinate for fruit production since it is self-pollinating.
Yes you should please buy two (2) or buy one Santa Rosa Plum and some other any other plum tree. From the tag when I purchased two last week : "This variety is SELF-FERTILE but will bear MORE FRUIT if planted with a second plum variety. An excellent pollinator for other plum trees." This is DIRECTLY CONTRADICTING BOTH previous answers you were incorrectly given. Oh did you want maximum fruit ? Then plant a second plum tree of any variety. But what does the farm in California know on these Santa Rosa Plum trees ? I tend to give great stock in such statements from the farm who shipped me two (2.)
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Ideal for home orchards, the Santa Rosa Plum Tree offers delicious, large red plums, perfect for fresh eating or canning. | Ideal for beginner gardeners seeking a self-pollinating plum tree with minimal maintenance and a bountiful harvest of maroon plums in mid-June. | Ideal for smaller gardens or orchards, the Red June Plum Tree offers an early, abundant harvest of sweet and tangy plums. | Ideal for home orchards, the Morris Plum offers abundant, sweet, deep purple plums, perfect for fresh eating or preserves. |
Fruit Yield | |||
Large | Bountiful | High-producing tree, generous crop | Abundant |
Climate Suitability | |||
USDA zones 5-9 | USDA zones 5-9 | Hardiness Zones 5-9 | Hardiness Zones 5-9 |
Tree Size | |||
10-12 ft. H x 8-10 ft. W | 20 ft. H x 20 ft. W | 12-15 ft. H x 15 ft. W | 12-15 ft. H x 15 ft. W |
Fruit Quality | |||
Juicy amber flesh with bright red hue, benchmark plum flavor | Small, maroon colored plums with red flesh, perfect for eating fresh or canning | Sweet and tangy, ideal for eating fresh or preserving | Sweet and juicy, deep purple |
Self-Pollinating | |||
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