A Japanese blood plum with dark red skin and sweet, juicy, deep-red flesh that is excellent fresh or for jam. Needs a pollinator such as Santa Rosa or Mariposa and crops in mid to late summer.
At a glance
- Plant type: Fruiting tree
- Mature size: 4.5 m H × 4 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Satsuma Plum
Prunus salicina 'Satsuma' is a fast-growing fruiting tree in the Rosaceae family. It reaches around 4.5 m tall and 4 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. White flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Satsuma Plum
Satsuma Plum suits warm-temperate, cool-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Satsuma Plum does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Satsuma Plum does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Satsuma Plum after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is moderate maintenance.
Using Satsuma Plum in the garden
Satsuma Plum earns its place for edible harvests and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate as Satsuma Plum. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Buying Satsuma Plum
Plant Sale lists Satsuma Plum as bare-root stock, advanced specimens and potted plants. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
