"Golden plum": description of the variety

"The Golden Plum" appeared in our gardens relatively recently. Earlier this species was considered exotic, and it could be found only in the gardens of rich people or collectors. Now the situation has changed. Plum, the grade "Golden Drop" ("Golden Drop"), grows in the plots of many gardeners and it can be seen abundantly on the shelves of the markets.

general information

Plum is one of the most popular fruits among our population. On the one hand, it is a useful product, and on the other - just a delicious fruit that does not differ capricious nature and does not require special conditions for growing. Important information is the fact that the variety perfectly tolerates frosts, and therefore it is quite suitable for growing in the northern regions. Although the Golden Plum is a native of Western Europe, it has adapted well for growth and development in our climate zone. Another great advantage is that the plum has an excellent resistance to diseases and infections from which other fruit plants suffer .

Variety description

Before you plant a plum in your garden, you should find out for yourself whether you like it or not. Let's get acquainted with this kind of wonderful fruit.

• The variety "Golden plum" starts to bear fruit already in five years after planting of the seedling. In this case, the amount of harvest that can be removed from one tree, can not but rejoice. The time of full ripening of fruits is in mid-August.
• The tree is not tall, but refers to fruit trees of medium height. The branches differ in a dark gray tint, and the crown has the shape of a circle. The leaves of this plum are oval, have a beautiful dark green color and thickly cover the branches.
• When the tree is in the process of flowering, it looks like a white ball.
• The fruit itself has an elongated shape and a rich yellow color. Sometimes green spots or stripes may appear on a yellow background. The fruit size is medium and reaches 60-80 grams. With regard to taste, the fruit is characterized by a sweet taste and high juiciness.
• Thanks to all its qualities, the fruits of plums are perfectly suitable for consumption in raw form and for use in canning.

Care instructions

"Golden Plum" does not require any special care, which distinguishes this variety from other similar species. Like all fruit trees, it needs periodic irrigation, but do not allow water stagnation, otherwise it will damage the root system. At the beginning of the spring period, it is recommended to feed the tree so that it has the strength to grow and grow properly. Also, you need to monitor the formation of the crown, because in order for the shape to have a beautiful round look, you need to trim pruning branches and their parts every year.

Common Mistakes

Although the "Golden Plum" and unpretentious, but still requires an elementary attention from the owner. We want to acquaint you with the typical mistakes that gardeners allow when leaving:

• Too thick landing. In an effort to plant as many trees as possible, some owners forget that trees need free space for the proper development of the crown and the root system.
• Improper application of fertilizers. If the makeup is improperly made, it will cause illness and even death of the tree. For example, if the fertilizer is saturated with mineral fertilizers, the tree begins to freeze in winter, the branches grow poorly, and the amount of salt in the soil increases. Similar consequences are waiting for a tree with a lack of fertilizers. In addition, the number of ripening fruits and their quality can decrease.
• Inadequate number of pollinators or improper selection of pollinators. Since this variety is self-fertile, it needs an additional pollinator. Make sure that in your garden there are trees with similar flowering periods.

In the end I want to note that this plum variety has so many advantages and is so tasty that a gardener should definitely plant at least one tree on the plot.