Plum Goutte d’Or – AB

Description

Description of the Goutte d’Or Plum Tree:

Plum Goutte d’Or, originally known as Coe’s Golden Drop, is a classic English variety with a late maturity, particularly prized for its large golden yellow plums. Introduced in France where it was successfully propagated and cultivated, this heritage variety has been widely distributed in the Hauts-de-France.

Botanical identity:

• Family: Rosaceae
• Genus: Prunus
• Species: Prunus domestica

Characteristics of the tree:

• Port: Suitable for high-stem and low-stem
• Vigour: Good

Fruit Description:

• Appearance: Large, asymmetrical fruit with a teardrop shape and golden yellow colour when fully ripe
• Epidermis: Smooth with a slight natural plum
• Core: Moderately adherent to the flesh
• Flesh: Juicy and sweet

Use of the fruit:

• Quality: Tabletop
• Maturity : Harvest in the 1st half of September

Characteristics for cultivation:

• Flowering: Mid-early, to avoid late frosts
• Fertility: Good pollinator, beneficial for other plum varieties
• Disease resistance: Susceptible to scab, requiring proper monitoring and care to maintain fruit quality

Pollinators:

• The presence of other plum varieties can increase fruit production and quality.

Planting and maintenance recommendations:

• Soil: Prefers well-drained, rich and deep soils
• Planting: Ideal in early fall for a better establishment
• Size: Annual pruning is recommended to maintain shape and encourage abundant production

Why choose the Goutte d’Or Plum Tree? This plum tree is ideal for those looking for a premium plum, with a sweet and juicy flavor perfect for direct consumption. Its strength and adaptable shape make it suitable for various types of gardens and orchards. The Goutte d’Or Plum Tree is a safe bet to enrich your fruit tree collection with a historic and delicious variety.

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