{"product_id":"plum-organic-grown-prunus-domestica-hauszwetsche-5ltr","title":"Plum (Organic Grown) - Prunus domestica Hauszwetsche  - 5ltr","description":"\u003ch3\u003ePlum 'Hauszwetsche' (Prunus domestica)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Hauszwetsche’ is a traditional German prune plum bearing oval, blue-purple fruits with firm, sweet flesh. It is ideal for drying, baking and jam-making, as well as eating fresh when fully ripe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirm, sweet plums ideal for drying and baking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable cropping in cooler climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood disease resistance compared with some older varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive blossom in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003eFertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil.\u003c\/strong\u003e in a position with \u003cstrong\u003eFull sun in a sheltered position.\u003c\/strong\u003e. Dig a generous planting hole, mix in organic matter, and water thoroughly after planting. Apply a mulch around the base to help conserve moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune only in summer to reduce risk of silver leaf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin heavy crops to prevent branches from breaking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch and water well in dry periods, especially on light soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSize \u0026amp; Growth Timeline\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForms a tree around 3–4m tall and wide in about 5–7 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruits ripen from late summer to early autumn and are best picked when fully coloured and slightly soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePerfect For…\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrying, baking and preserve making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional kitchen gardens and orchards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers in cooler, wetter regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hoogeveen Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52996777214285,"sku":"8719474816322","price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/easygarden.ie\/products\/plum-organic-grown-prunus-domestica-hauszwetsche-5ltr","provider":"Easy Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}