'Shiro' Plum

How to grow 'Shiro' Plum in NZ

'Shiro' Plum performs best in a sunny, sheltered position with fertile, well drained soil. Improve the planting area with compost before planting and water regularly while the tree establishes. Feed with a quality fruit tree fertiliser each spring and apply mulch around the root zone to retain moisture while keeping it clear of the trunk.

'Shiro' Plum care tips

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

'Shiro' Plum size, spacing, and growth rate

'Shiro' Plum typically grows 3 to 5 metres tall with a similar spread, depending on the rootstock and pruning. It has a moderate growth rate and generally starts producing fruit within a few years of planting. Space trees 4 to 5 metres apart to provide good airflow and allow healthy canopy development.

Landscaping uses for 'Shiro' Plum

'Shiro' Plum is ideal for home orchards, edible gardens, lifestyle properties, and productive landscape plantings. Its masses of spring blossom provide ornamental beauty before a generous crop of delicious plums develops later in the season. It suits both traditional and contemporary gardens while providing an abundant harvest.

Why buy from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZ's most trusted plant nursery, supplying premium quality fruit trees selected for outstanding performance in New Zealand conditions. Every 'Shiro' Plum is carefully grown, 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.