Plum 'Victoria' 2 year Bush
Overweight or delicate Item
Please note that this is a overweight or delicate item and cannot be delivered by our regular DPD courier. Local delivery is €25 for Dublin and Kildare for as many as you need and €59 for nationwide pallet delivery.
Delivery information
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Pallet Delivery For Dublin and Parts of Kildare €25.00
If you have ordered compost, furniture that we stock here in Newlands, BBQ or if your order is overweight or bulky, we will personally deliver to Dublin and parts of Co. Kildare or 25Km radius from where we are based.
Pallet Delivery Nationwide €59
(For counties outside of Dublin & Kildare) If your order is overweight or bulky or fragile and your shipping address is not based in Dublin or Kildare then we will ship your order by pallet.
Plum 'Victoria' is a well-known and highly regarded plum tree variety that produces delicious and versatile fruit. This two-year bush form of the tree is a convenient option for gardeners looking to establish a productive plum tree quickly. 'Victoria' plums are medium to large in size, with a deep purple skin and yellow flesh. They have a sweet and juicy flavor, making them excellent for fresh eating, cooking, and preserving. The tree itself has a compact and bushy growth habit, making it suitable for smaller gardens or containers.
Why We Like It
- Delicious fruit with a sweet and juicy flavor
- Compact and bushy growth habit, suitable for smaller gardens or containers
- Versatile fruit suitable for fresh eating, cooking, and preserving
What to Know
- Plant in a sunny location with well-drained soil
- Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or diseased branches
- Regularly water during dry periods, especially in the first few years of establishment
- Apply organic mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
- Harvest plums when they are fully ripe and easily detach from the tree with a gentle twist
Fruit Colour The plums of 'Victoria' have a deep purple skin, which adds a visually striking element to the tree.
Fruiting Months This plum variety typically fruits in late summer, specifically from August to September, depending on the growing conditions and climate.
Height and Spread When fully grown, the 'Victoria' plum tree can reach a height of approximately 2.5-3 meters with a spread of 2-2.5 meters, though this can vary depending on pruning and growing conditions.
