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Some varieties self-fertile; check before buying. Prune in summer to reduce risk of silver leaf disease. Thin heavy crops to improve fruit size.
Prunus avium
A fellow Rosaceae β similar growing habits to Plum
Attract Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybugs, Parasitic wasps to keep them in check β plant African MarigoldGreat, ChrysanthemumGreat and Belgian EndiveGreat nearby.Plum is usually grown from grafting rather than seed. A shoot of the desired plant is joined onto a compatible rootstock so the two grow together.
Water: Medium Β· Height: 600 cm Β· Soil: Deep, well-draining, slightly alkaline β rich in organic matter
These three thrive alongside Plum β and alongside each other.
