{"product_id":"burgundy-plum-tree","title":"Burgundy Plum Tree - Prunus salicina","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBurgundy Plum Tree (Prunus salicina)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Burgundy Plum Tree is a cold-tolerant Japanese plum variety that produces abundant harvests of sweet, juicy fruit with minimal pitting. Home gardeners appreciate this selection for its extended fruiting season and superior cold hardiness compared to other plum cultivars. When you buy a Burgundy Plum Tree online, you're investing in years of fresh, homegrown fruit that rivals supermarket quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant your Burgundy Plum in a prominent sunny location where you can enjoy the abundant fruit production throughout the season. This variety thrives in residential landscapes, urban gardens, and even city environments where it tolerates air pollution well. Position it in a south or west-facing spot with good air circulation to minimize frost damage and maximize fruit development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 15–20 feet\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 12–15 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eSun: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)\u003cbr\u003eWater: Regular, deep watering\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-drained\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Homeowners Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Exceptional cold hardiness allows success in northern climates where other plum varieties struggle\u003cbr\u003e• Extended harvest window delivers fruit over several months rather than a brief season\u003cbr\u003e• Small pit-to-flesh ratio means you get maximum edible fruit from each plum\u003cbr\u003e• Mild, naturally sweet flavor profile requires no added sugar or complex recipes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a location with full sun and well-draining soil, then dig a planting hole approximately 18 inches deep and wide. Place your tree in the hole, firm the soil to eliminate air gaps, water thoroughly, and mulch around the base. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season, then maintain consistent moisture by watering at the soil line when the top inch becomes dry. In late winter of the second year, prune to encourage horizontal branching and remove weak growth. Fertilize each spring and midsummer using a balanced formula like 10-10-10, applied 6–8 inches from the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Florida Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1-2 ft.","offer_id":45814329147578,"sku":"31071","price":212.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3520\/4026\/files\/burgundy-plum-tree.jpg?v=1777510046","url":"https:\/\/floridaplantnursery.com\/products\/burgundy-plum-tree","provider":"Florida Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}