elephant heart plum tree for sale

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Looking to add something truly special to your backyard orchard? Find the Elephant Heart plum tree for sale at our New Zealand nursery and discover a fruit tree prized for its incredible flavour, productivity, and striking appearance. The 'Elephant Heart' plum is renowned for its large, heart-shaped fruit that ripens to a deep reddish-purple. Underneath that smooth skin lies juicy flesh with a sweet, tangy taste reminiscent of wild strawberries, making it a favourite for eating fresh, preserving, or baking into pies. With a late summer harvest and reliable yields, Elephant Heart plums are ideal for home gardeners seeking a spectacular and rewarding tree.

Plum Elephant Heart

The ‘Elephant Heart’ plum is a striking and flavourful variety known for its large, heart-shaped fruit with deep red skin and juicy, blood-red flesh. Rich, sweet, and slightly tangy, the fruit is ideal for fresh eating, preserving, or desserts. This deciduous tree grows 3–4 metres tall and performs best in full sun with well-drained soil. It’s a partially self-fertile variety, but it crops better with the assistance of a pollinator such as 'Black Doris' or 'Luisa'. This is a standout choice for home orchards across New Zealand.

Plum Elephant Heart

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

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Why Choose an Elephant Heart Plum Tree?

The Elephant Heart plum tree is perfect for New Zealand gardens thanks to its adaptability and excellent harvests. Its vigorous growth results in a shapely tree that fits well in most home landscapes, whether you’re looking to create a dedicated fruiting area or intermingle with ornamental trees. Elephant Heart plums are self-fertile in some climates, but planting alongside other plum varieties encourages better pollination and larger crops. The tree’s resilience to pests and common diseases also makes it an easy, low-maintenance addition for gardeners at any experience level.

Growing Tips for Elephant Heart Plums

Plant your Elephant Heart plum tree in a sunny spot with well-draining soil, and ensure it has adequate space to mature. Prune annually to maintain tree health, encouraging open branching for maximum light and airflow. Mulch around the base to preserve soil moisture and suppress weeds, and water regularly in dry spells. Elephant Heart plums thrive in areas with moderate winters—perfect for most New Zealand regions. For best results and reliable pollination, consider pairing your Elephant Heart plum with complementary varieties like Plum Omega, Plum Black Doris, or Plum Billington.

Harvesting and Using Elephant Heart Plums

As summer draws to a close, your Elephant Heart plum tree will begin producing its distinctive, heart-shaped plums. These are best picked when fully ripe, yielding easily to gentle pressure. Their tasty flesh makes them a superb snacking fruit, but they excel in jams, pastries, and even savoury sauces. Home bakers will love how Elephant Heart plums retain their flavour and vibrant colour when cooked. If preserving is your hobby, Elephant Heart plums pair beautifully with apricot varieties like Apricot Moorpark and Apricot Katy Cot for rich fruit compotes.

Explore Other Fruit Trees for Your Orchard

Expand your fruit tree collection with other premium trees from our nursery. For classic sweetness and heritage flavour, explore Plum 'Greengage' and Plum 'Luisa', or try unique additions like Cherry Rainier, Apple Liberty (Liberty Apple), and Apple Harold Red Delicious (Harold Red Delicious ). Each tree brings its own distinctive taste, texture, and growing requirements, helping you design a diverse, thriving orchard.

Ready to plant? Order your Elephant Heart plum tree for sale now and enjoy abundant, delicious harvests for years to come.

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