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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 of spring blossom is followed by an abundant crop of delicious fruit in late summer, making it both ornamental and productive. Well suited to many parts of New Zealand, it is ideal for home orchards, lifestyle properties, and productive gardens. Plum 'Fortune' is an excellent choice for gardeners wanting reliable crops and exceptional eating quality.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Fruit Trees
Height:5.00 m
Spread:3.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:
Garden uses:
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsSome
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku13949

How to grow Plum 'Fortune' in NZ

Plum 'Fortune' grows best in a sunny sheltered position with fertile, well drained soil. Improve the soil with compost before planting and water regularly while the tree establishes. Apply a quality fruit tree fertiliser each spring to encourage healthy growth and reliable fruit production. Full sun and good air circulation help maximise fruit quality while supporting a healthy productive tree.

Plum 'Fortune' care tips

Plum 'Fortune' benefits from annual winter pruning to maintain an open canopy and encourage productive fruiting wood. Water during prolonged dry periods, especially while fruit is developing. Apply mulch around the base to conserve soil moisture while keeping it clear of the trunk. Monitor regularly for common plum pests and diseases so any issues can be managed promptly if required.

Plum 'Fortune' size, spacing, and growth rate

Plum 'Fortune' typically grows 3 to 5 metres tall with a similar spread, although regular pruning can maintain a more compact tree. It has a moderate to fast growth rate under favourable conditions. Space trees about 3 to 4 metres apart to provide excellent sunlight, healthy air circulation, and room for productive branching and harvesting.

Landscaping uses for Plum 'Fortune'

Plum 'Fortune' is ideal for home orchards, edible gardens, and lifestyle properties where productive fruit trees are desired. The attractive spring blossom creates beautiful seasonal interest before the plums ripen in late summer. It also makes an excellent feature tree that combines ornamental appeal with dependable fruit production year after year.

Why buy Plum 'Fortune' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZ’s most trusted plant nursery, supplying premium quality fruit trees grown for outstanding performance in New Zealand conditions. Every Plum 'Fortune' is carefully selected, packed, and shipped to ensure it arrives healthy and ready to establish. Our experienced team provides expert advice together with fast nationwide delivery so you can buy with complete confidence.

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