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damson plum trees for sale nz

Damson plum trees for sale NZ offer home gardeners and orchard enthusiasts the chance to grow one of the most beloved heritage plum varieties—prized for its rich, tangy flavour, compact size, and reliability in New Zealand gardens. Whether you’re looking to expand your edible landscape or searching for the perfect fruit tree for your property, Damson plum trees are renowned for their heavy cropping, delicious fruit ideal for jams and preserves, and resilience in a range of NZ climates. With the right care, you can enjoy prolific harvests of deep blue-purple plums that are perfect for eating fresh, baking, or making classic damson gin.

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Prunus 'Thundercloud'

Prunus 'Thundercloud' is a striking ornamental plum tree admired for its rich purple foliage and masses of soft pink flowers during spring. This deciduous tree creates dramatic contrast in New Zealand gardens with its dark leaves providing colour throughout the growing season.

From $387.55

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 8.00 m
Spread: 6.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Plum Billington

Billington plum trees produce sweet, juicy fruit that ripens early in the season, making them ideal for New Zealand gardens and orchards. These trees are easy to grow and provide reliable early harvests, helping extend your fresh fruit season.

From $425.89

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Fruit Trees
Height: 6.00 m
Spread: 4.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern
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Plum Hawera

The 'Hawera' Plum Tree is a productive deciduous fruit tree grown for its reliable crops of delicious plums and attractive spring blossom. It is well...

From$404.59
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Coprosma 'Plum Hussey'

Coprosma 'Plum Hussey' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its rich plum purple foliage and naturally dense growth habit. This colourful New...

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Plum Omega

'Omega' Plum Tree is a popular fruiting tree valued for its delicious sweet dark red plums and reliable performance in New Zealand gardens. Flowering...

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Loropetalum 'Plum Gorgeous' with beautiful purple foliage growing out across a deck.
Loropetalum 'Plum Gorgeous'

Loropetalum 'Plum Gorgeous' is a colourful evergreen shrub prized for its rich plum purple foliage and masses of vibrant pink fringe flowers from...

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Black Doris' plums.
Plum Black Doris

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...

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Plum 'Greengage' fruit.
Plum 'Greengage'

The ‘Greengage’ plum tree is a heritage variety prized for its lovely, green-skinned fruit with golden flesh. Renowned for its rich, honeyed flavour...

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Spectacular Loropetalum 'Plum Delight' dark purple foliage.
Loropetalum 'Plum Delight'

Loropetalum 'Plum Delight' features spectacularly coloured flowers and foliage. It produces mildly fragrant, pink flowers from winter to spring...

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Luisa' plum tree covered in yellow fruit.
Plum 'Luisa'

The 'Luisa' Plum is a popular variety that produces good yields of large, yellow-skinned fruit, blushed with red. The flesh is firm, yellow, sweet...

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Ulmus 'Lobel' (Dutch Elm Tree)

Ulmus 'Lobel' is a refined deciduous elm valued for its narrow upright form, dense green foliage, and excellent suitability as an avenue or specimen...

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Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu) tree juvenile foliage.
Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu Tree)

Dacrydium cupressinum, commonly known as Rimu or Red Pine, is an iconic and slow-growing tree. The juvenile form features drooping branches densely...

From$99.29
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PB28 Planter Bags (Christmas Tree Bag)

PB28 Planter Bags are a durable and economical option for growing large trees, shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and other mature nursery stock. Their...

From$130.50
Melia azedarach tree.
Melia azedarach (Bead Tree)

Melia azedarach (Bead Tree, White Cedar) is a graceful deciduous tree valued for its attractive fern like foliage, fragrant clusters of lilac...

From$387.55
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PB60 Planter Bags (Bag For Xmas Tree)

PB60 Planter Bags are a strong and practical option for growing large trees, shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and advanced nursery stock. Their...

From$169.50
Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiata' trees with yellow foliage in autumn.
Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiata' (Tulip Tree)

Liriodendron tulipifera fastigiata, also known as the Upright Tulip Tree, is a stunning deciduous tree admired for its narrow, columnar form. It...

From$515.35
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Tree Fertiliser (Tree Fertiliser)

Using tree fertiliser results in plants having better quality foliage, more profuse flowering, stronger stems, and a much healthier and brighter...

From$13.40
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Aloidendron barberae (Tree Aloe)

Commonly known as Tree Aloe, this is a large variety of Aloe that can reach 15 m tall and 3 m wide. This impressive tree forms a rounded crown of...

From$57.89
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Fruit Tree Fertiliser (Fruit Tree Fertiliser)

Fruiting plants respond well to fruit tree fertiliser with better quality produce, higher yields, and a much healthier and brighter looking plant...

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Tree Guards (Tree Guards)

Our tree guards and plant shelters are bio-degradable products that are perfect for using in riparian areas and other exposed positions. They are...

From$5.00
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Cloth Tree Tie

Cloth Tree Ties are a soft, flexible solution for securely supporting young trees and plants while they establish. Made from durable cloth material...

From$9.28
A large Beilschmiedia tawa (Tawa tree).
Beilschmiedia tawa (Tawa Tree)

Beilschmiedia tawa, commonly known as the Tawa Tree, is a tall and graceful evergreen native to New Zealand. It is admired for its straight trunk...

From$313.00
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Jute Tree Tie

Jute Tree Tie is a natural and flexible option for securing young trees to stakes while they establish. The soft material helps reduce rubbing and...

From$64.67
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Palm Tree Fertiliser (Palm Tree Fertiliser)

Choosing the correct Palm tree fertiliser is essential for producing better quality foliage, stronger fronds, and a much healthier and brighter...

From$13.40
Plum 'Billington Mariana' fruit on a tree.
Plum Billington Mariana

Billington Mariana plum trees produce sweet, juicy fruit prized for its rich flavour and reliable yield. Perfect for New Zealand gardens and...

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Plum Fortune

Plum 'Fortune' is a premium deciduous fruit tree grown for its large sweet plums, attractive appearance, and dependable harvests. A beautiful display...

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Plum Black Doris and Billington

Double grafted plum trees pollinate each other and less space is required in the garden. Black Doris and Billington are popular varieties of plum...

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Plum Wilson's Early fruit on a tree.
Plum Wilson's Early

The 'Wilson’s Early' Plum is an early season deciduous fruit tree valued for its beautiful spring blossom and reliable crops of delicious plums. Well...

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Plum 'Sharp's Early' fruit.
Plum 'Sharp's Early'

'Sharp’s Early' Plum Tree is a popular early fruiting variety admired for its delicious sweet plums, reliable cropping, and attractive spring...

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Plum 'MacVerna' fruit.
Plum 'MacVerna'

'Macverna' Plum is a productive deciduous fruit tree admired for its delicious sweet fruit, attractive spring blossom, and reliable cropping...

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Plum 'Freedom' fruit in a bowl.
Plum Freedom

Plum 'Freedom' is a productive deciduous fruit tree prized for its sweet juicy plums and dependable harvests. A beautiful display of spring blossom...

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Plum 'Stanley' fruit.
Plum 'Stanley'

The 'Stanley' Plum is a popular European plum tree renowned for its heavy crops of sweet, richly flavoured fruit and attractive spring blossom. Well...

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Prunus 'Thundercloud'

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Why Choose Damson Plum Trees for Your NZ Garden?

One of the main reasons Damson plum trees are so sought-after is their versatility. These plums are medium-sized with a slightly tart taste, making them excellent for culinary use, especially in jams, jellies, chutneys, and baking. Damson trees are also self-fertile, so you’ll get fruit even if you only plant one. They're hardy to frost and tolerant of varied soils, thriving in the diverse climate conditions found across New Zealand. Their moderate size also makes them easy to manage, even in smaller home orchards or gardens.

Planting and Caring for Damson Plum Trees in NZ

To get the best from your Damson plum trees for sale NZ, choose a sunny, sheltered spot with well-draining soil. Add organic matter before planting to boost fertility, and mulch well to keep weeds at bay. Water young trees consistently through dry spells, particularly during their first two seasons. Damson plums bloom in spring, and their attractive white flowers not only signal fruit to come but also make a lovely seasonal display.

Prune annually to maintain an open vase shape, removing any dead, damaged, or crossing branches to boost airflow and reduce fungal problems. While Damsons are naturally robust, keep an eye out for signs of common plum pests such as aphids or silver leaf, treating early if needed.

Explore Other Plum Varieties in New Zealand

Alongside damson plum trees for sale NZ, there’s a fantastic range of other delicious plum varieties perfect for Kiwi gardens. For later-season fruit, consider Plum Angelino, known for its sweet, firm flesh and excellent storage life. The Plum Black Doris and Billington offers two of the nation’s favourite plums on one tree—ideal if you’re short on space but want variety. The classic Plum Omega brings juicy, tangy fruit that’s a hit with home cooks, while Plum Heard is prized for its generous harvests. For a rich, dark red flesh, the popular Plum Satsuma is a must-try.

Buy Damson Plum Trees in NZ

Ready to add the classic flavour and resilience of Damson plums to your garden? With damson plum trees for sale NZ now available, it’s never been easier to reap the rewards of homegrown fruit. Choose robust, nursery-grown trees for the best start, follow our simple care tips, and enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting your very own plums each summer. Browse our range of plums and discover why these fruiting trees are favourites across New Zealand backyards.

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