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damson plum trees for sale

If you’re searching for damson plum trees for sale in New Zealand, you’re in the right place. Damson plums are a gardener’s favourite thanks to their abundant harvests, unique tart-sweet flavour, and versatility in the kitchen. Whether you’re an experienced orchardist or setting out on your first fruit tree adventure, damson plum trees are the perfect addition to your edible landscape. These robust trees thrive in a variety of NZ climates, delivering reliable fruit year after year. Explore our collection and discover why damson plums are beloved for jams, preserves, liqueurs, and straight from the tree.

Plum Hawera

Hawera plum trees produce sweet, juicy fruit prized for its excellent flavour and reliable yield. Perfect for New Zealand gardens and orchards, these trees are easy to grow and provide abundant harvests, making them popular among home gardeners and commercial growers alike.

Buy Plum Hawera

From $432.79

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Fruit Trees

Height: 5.00 m

Spread: 3.00 m

Flowering time: Spring

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern

Plum Satsuma

Plum Satsuma produces mid-sized, dark red skinned fruit with red flesh that is sweet and juicy. White blossoms adorn the tree in spring and give rise to the fruit in summer. This deciduous tree grows with an upright habit to about 5 m tall and 3 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained, sheltered site. The Satsuma plum tree is commonly planted for fruit production and makes for a lovely specimen.

Buy Plum Satsuma

From $343.89

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Fruit Trees

Height: 5.00 m

Spread: 3.00 m

Flowering time: Spring

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

Why Choose Damson Plum Trees?

Damson plum trees are cherished for their low-maintenance habit and consistent productivity. Their compact size makes them suitable for smaller gardens and lifestyle blocks alike. Spring brings clouds of delicate blossom, attracting pollinators and heralding a summer crop of richly coloured, intensely flavoured fruit. Gardeners appreciate the damson’s natural resilience to common plum pests and diseases, making chemical sprays largely unnecessary.

Growing Damson Plum Trees in New Zealand

Planting damson plum trees is a rewarding project that suits most regions of New Zealand. These deciduous trees prefer full sun and well-drained soil. Like many plums, damsons benefit from a cross-pollinator to ensure the heaviest yields. Consider pairing your damson with another compatible variety such as Plum Black Doris and Billington or Plum Angelino for even better fruit set.

Winter is the ideal time for planting, allowing the roots to establish before spring growth kicks in. Water your young damson plum tree regularly in the first few seasons, then watch as it matures into a graceful, productive feature of your garden. Mulch and annual pruning will help your tree stay healthy and fruitful year after year.

Using Your Damson Plum Harvest

Damson plums are famous for their deep flavour and vivid colour, making them a staple in traditional jams and jellies. Their naturally high pectin content means you’ll have no trouble achieving the perfect set. Beyond preserves, damsons bring a burst of tartness to pies, crumbles, and chutneys. Many gardeners also use their surplus in homemade plum wine or liqueur.

For those seeking inspiration or variety, why not extend your orchard with Plum Hawera, another crowd-pleasing heritage option?

More for Your Garden

While exploring damson plum trees for sale, you might consider companion planting to create a thriving, biodiverse space. Ornamental trees like Acer platanoides Princeton Gold (Princeton Gold Maple Tree) make striking statement pieces, while tropical foliage such as Alcantarea Silver Plum (Silver Plum Bromeliad) brings a textural contrast to your garden design.

Get Started with Your Own Damson Plum Tree

Browse our damson plum trees for sale and enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting your own fruit. Whether you’re after a single tree or planning a diverse home orchard, we’re here to help you grow. Discover the delicious, rewarding world of damsons and make this season your most fruitful yet.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.