Plum Donsworth
Plum Donsworth
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Plum ‘Donsworth’, commonly known as Donsworth Plum, is a traditional variety prized for its medium to large, deep red fruit with golden-yellow flesh. The fruit is sweet, juicy, and richly flavored, making it excellent for eating fresh, preserving, or baking. Its reliable cropping and balanced taste make it a popular choice for both home gardeners and orchard growers.
Donsworth Plum is a hardy and productive tree that thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. It provides a beautiful spring display of blossoms, followed by generous summer harvests of delicious plums, combining ornamental charm with fruiting performance.
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Mature height
4–6 m
Mature width
3–4 m
Spacing
4–5 m apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Green foliage with white spring blossoms; fruit deep red skin with golden-yellow, juicy flesh
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Flowers in spring (September to October); fruit matures in mid to late summer (January to February)
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Moderate. Requires watering during establishment and fruiting, pruning for airflow and shape, and mulching to retain soil moisture. Netting may be needed to protect ripening fruit from birds.
Root System
Moderately deep, spreading root system. Best suited for gardens, orchards, and larger open spaces.