Plum (Organic Grown) - Prunus domestica Opal - 5ltr

Plum 'Opal' (Prunus domestica)

Overview

‘Opal’ is one of the best early dessert plums, producing medium-sized, purple-red fruits with golden, sweet flesh. It crops well even in cooler, less sunny summers, making it an excellent choice for Ireland.

Key Features

• Very early-ripening dessert plum
• Sweet, golden flesh with good flavour
• Regular cropping in a wide range of climates
• Compact tree well suited to smaller gardens

How to Plant

Plant in Fertile, well-drained soil that does not sit waterlogged. in a position with Full sun for best flavour and colouring.. 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.

Care Tips

• Prune only in summer to maintain an open canopy and remove crossing branches.
• Thin heavy crop loads to improve fruit size and prevent limb damage.
• Mulch annually and water in dry spells after fruit set.

Size & Growth Timeline

Reaches around 3–4m tall and wide within 5–7 years.

Harvest

Often ready from late July onwards, making it one of the earliest plums to ripen.

Perfect For…

• Early-season fresh plums for eating off the tree
• Smaller gardens seeking a reliable plum
• Extending the plum season when grown with later varieties