Plum mariposa BL M-L
Plum mariposa BL M-L
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Plum ‘Mariposa’, commonly known as Mariposa Blood Plum, is a popular Japanese variety renowned for its medium to large fruit with dark red skin and deep crimson flesh. The flesh is sweet, juicy, and richly flavored, making it perfect for fresh eating, preserving, and baking. Known for its consistent yields and excellent eating quality, Mariposa is one of the most widely grown blood plums.
Mariposa Plum is partially self-fertile but produces heavier crops when grown alongside another Japanese plum variety such as Satsuma or Santa Rosa. It thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and rewards growers with abundant fruit in late summer, making it an excellent choice for both home gardens and orchards.
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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 dark red skin with deep blood-red juicy flesh
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Flowers in spring (September to October); fruit matures in late summer (February to March)
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Moderate. Requires regular watering during establishment and fruiting, annual pruning to maintain airflow and shape, and mulching to conserve soil moisture. Netting may be necessary to protect fruit from birds.
Root System
Moderately deep and spreading. Best suited for orchards and open garden spaces.