'Heard' Plum

How to grow 'Heard' Plum in NZ

'Heard' Plum grows best in full sun with fertile, well drained soil. Improve the soil with compost before planting and water regularly while the tree establishes. Feed each spring with a quality fruit tree fertiliser and maintain a layer of organic mulch around the base, keeping it clear of the trunk.

'Heard' Plum care tips

'Heard' Plum benefits from annual pruning during winter to remove dead, damaged, or crowded branches and maintain an open canopy. Water during prolonged dry periods, particularly while fruit is developing. Monitor for common pests and diseases, and harvest fruit when it is fully coloured and slightly soft for the best flavour.

'Heard' Plum size, spacing, and growth rate

'Heard' Plum typically reaches 3 to 5 metres in height with a similar spread, depending on the rootstock and pruning. It has a moderate growth rate and usually begins fruiting within a few years of planting. Space trees 4 to 5 metres apart to provide good airflow and room for healthy canopy development.

Landscaping uses for 'Heard' Plum

'Heard' Plum is ideal for home orchards, edible gardens, lifestyle properties, and productive landscapes. Its beautiful spring flowers provide ornamental value before an abundant crop of plums develops later in the season. It combines practicality with seasonal beauty and suits both traditional and contemporary gardens.

Why buy 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 'Heard' Plum is carefully selected, packed, and shipped to ensure it arrives healthy and ready to thrive. Our experienced team provides expert advice together with fast nationwide delivery so you can buy with complete confidence.