black doris plum tree for sale nz

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Looking for a reliable and delicious fruit tree for your New Zealand garden? The Black Doris plum tree is a classic favourite, known for its dark red skin, sweet and juicy flesh, and excellent versatility in the kitchen. If you’re searching for a black doris plum tree for sale NZ, you’re in the right place. Black Doris plums ripen in late summer, bearing heavy crops of medium to large fruit with a rich flavour that’s perfect for eating fresh, preserving, or bottling. These robust trees perform well in most New Zealand climates and are popular with both home gardeners and small orchardists.

Plum 'Black Doris'

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The 'Black Doris' Plum is a popular variety that produces large and firm, purple-black fruit. The flesh is dark red, sweet, and juicy. White blossoms adorn the tree in spring and give rise to the fruit in summer.

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From $340.69

Suited to regions:
All regions
Plant type:
Fruit Trees
Height:
3.50 m
Spread:
4.00 m
Flowering time:
Spring
Garden styles:
Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern

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Why Choose the Black Doris Plum Tree?

Black Doris plums are revered for their striking colour and superb eating quality. The deep purple-black skin surrounds bright red, juicy flesh that is highly aromatic and sweet. These plums are freestone, making preparation for jams, desserts, and sauces a breeze. The tree itself is vigorous and relatively easy to grow, showing good resistance to common diseases. With a black doris plum tree for sale NZ, gardeners can look forward to bountiful harvests, year after year.

Growing and Caring for Black Doris Plum in NZ

Plant your Black Doris plum tree in a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained soil. Regular watering in the warmer months and a side-dressing of compost or slow-release fertiliser in late winter will keep your tree happy. Cross pollination with another Japanese type plum will help boost yields, so consider pairing your Black Doris with a compatible variety like Plum Billington, Plum Omega, or Plum Santa Rosa.

Prune your Black Doris during the dormant season to maintain shape, encourage airflow, and remove dead wood. With good care, expect abundant fruit in February through March. The self-fertile nature of many plums makes them ideal for both small urban gardens and larger rural blocks.

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While the Black Doris remains a top choice, why not diversify your orchard? For something different, try Plum 'Greengage', famous for its honeyed sweetness, or Plum 'Luisa', valued for its unusually large, golden fruit. Stone fruit lovers might also enjoy the classic Plum Santa Rosa, prized for its tangy flavour and versatility.

Looking to create a more varied fruit bowl? Add a Pear Garden Belle for crisp autumn eating, or the striking Pear Stark Crimson (Stark Crimson Pear). For a tropical touch, Feijoa 'Bambina' is a compact choice that thrives in the New Zealand climate. Apple enthusiasts should consider Apple Sir Prize (Sir Prize) or Apple Peasgood Nonsuch (Peasgood Nonsuch) for an extended harvest season.

Ready to enjoy the unbeatable flavour and robust growth of your very own black doris plum tree for sale NZ? Order today and start planning your summer harvests of homegrown, sun-ripened plums.

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