Prunus domestica 'Santa Rosa'
White Blossoms. Beautiful, large, purplish-crimson fruits with gold flesh. This big producer developed by Luther Burbank bears sweet-tart plums that are delicious when eaten fresh, cooked or canned.
The tree is vigorous and easy-to-grow. Originates from Santa Rosa, California in 1906. Heat-tolerant. Clingstone. Ripens in mid July - Early August. Self-pollinating
* Deer May Browse *
Photos courtesy of Texas Pecan Nursery, Chandler TX &. Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, NC
| Ornamental Characteristics |
| Category |
Fruit Tree |
| Foliage Type |
Deciduous |
| Height |
10' - 20' |
| Spread |
15' - 20' |
| Shape |
Standard fruit-tree form |
| Primary Foliage Color |
Green |
| Seasonal Foliage Color |
Sheds leaves during colder months |
| Flowering Season |
Spring |
| Flower Color |
White |
| Fruits |
Purple Plums |
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| Environmental Characteristics |
| Growth Rate |
Moderate |
| Sun Preferences |
Full Sun |
| Water Preferences |
Average: Ensure planting area provides adequate drainage |
| Cold Hardiness Zone |
5 - 9 |
