Prunus domestica Thames Cross - Common plum

The Thames Cross Plum (prunus domestica) is a vigorous and productive variety with rapid fruiting. It produces large, golden-yellow fruits with a hint of pink in August - September. These fruits are of excellent taste and quality, with juicy, sweet, and remarkably fragrant yellow flesh that develops a pleasant honey flavor when fully ripe. The Thames Cross Plum is self-fertile and can therefore be grown alone in the garden.

The original area of plums is believed to be Syria, not China. During the time of Roman hegemony in the region, various local fruits, including plums, were introduced to Rome.

This fruit tree naturally grows up to 7m (23ft) tall when fully mature. Its free and upright habit is appreciated, and when pruned properly, it is easy to harvest. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and can grow in any type of rich, moist, deep, and even heavy soil, as long as it is not alkaline. Its leaves are ovate, almost oblong, with crenate-dentate edges and a slightly pubescent surface. Flowering occurs in late March. The tree becomes completely covered with white flowers that appear on the previous year's branches.

Plums can be consumed raw under the tree, in fruit salads, as well as in desserts, pastries, and as accompaniments to meats and dishes. They can be transformed into jams, of course, but also preserved in syrup, or used in compotes. Plum brandy can also be made from them.

For transport reasons, our tallest scions may be pruned before shipping. They are suitable for all common training sizes: cordons, espaliers, goblets, half-standards, and low standards, except for high standards. If you would like more information or advice on training your fruit trees, please do not hesitate to contact us.

This fruit tree is delivered in a "ready-to-plant" root ball. During planting, the root ball should be planted as is. The biodegradable tontine that surrounds the root ball and preserves the rootlets will decompose naturally as the plant grows. By doing so, you ensure better establishment.