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Plum Luisa

$50.00

The “Luisa” plum, a popular variety in New Zealand, is known for its large, sweet, and juicy yellow-skinned fruit with a red blush. It is a chance seedling, originating in Hamilton, and is a cultivar of Prunus domestica. It’s also known for being grower-friendly, with good disease resistance and a self-fertile nature. 

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Description:
  • Fruit:

    Large, elongated, heart-shaped fruit with yellow skin and a red blush. The flesh is yellow, sweet, and juicy, with a fine texture and is nearly freestone. 

  • Flowers:

    White, five-petaled flowers in the spring. 

  • Tree:

    Deciduous, upright habit, reaching about 5 meters in height and 3 meters in width. It has a spreading growth pattern and can be pruned to maintain size. 

  • Other:
    The fruit is known for its sweet and aromatic flavor. It is a heavy and reliable cropper, even from a young age.

    Additional Notes:

    • The “Luisa” plum is considered relatively hardy and can tolerate colder temperatures and heavier soils. 
    • It is a good choice for home gardens and orchards, and can be planted as a specimen tree or in a mixed bed. 
    • It is suitable for fresh eating, bottling, and dehydrating. 

Last Updated on July 25, 2025 by admin

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Cultivation Guide

  • Sun and Soil: Requires full sun and well-drained soil. 
  • Pollination: Self-fertile, so it doesn’t require a pollinator for fruit production. 
  • Wind Protection: Protect from strong winds to ensure good yield and protect blossoms. 
  • Fertilizing: Fertilize in spring and summer. Mulching is beneficial. 
  • Pruning: Regular pruning, especially after fruiting, is recommended to control size and promote fruiting. 
  • Planting: Choose healthy, well-grown plants and plant after autumn rains when the soil is moist. 

Last Updated on July 25, 2025 by admin

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Unit

8 Litre HP

Grade

1-1.5m

Supplier

Caves Plant Nursery

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Available stock can vary, all the way down to sold out., Historically new seasons stock arrives about 2nd week of July.

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