Prunus domestica Miraclaude - Common plum

The 'Miraclaude' Plum Tree is an interesting variety for several reasons. It is a recent creation, self-fertile and highly productive, with fruits that combine the appearance and taste qualities of two highly appreciated fruits: the 'Mirabelle' and the 'Reine Claude'. Round, yellow in colour and covered with a light bloom, these fruits have a melting texture and a remarkable flavour. The harvest takes place in July.

The original area of plum trees is said to be Syria, not China. During the time of Roman hegemony over the region, various local fruits including plums were introduced to Rome. This fruit tree naturally grows up to 7 metres (23 feet) tall when fully grown. Its free and upright habit is appreciated, and when pruned properly, it will be easy to harvest. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and grows in all types of rich, moist, deep, and even heavy soil, but without limestone.

Its leaves are oval, almost oblong, serrated-toothed, and slightly pubescent. The flowering of the 'Miraclaude' Plum Tree occurs in March-April. The tree is then covered with white flowers that appear on the previous year's branches. They are self-fertile. This variety is a very good pollinator.

Plums are consumed raw at the base of the tree, in fruit salads, but also in desserts, pastries, as accompaniments to meats and dishes. They are transformed into jams, of course, but also into fruit in syrup, compotes. They are also used to make brandy.

This fruit tree is delivered in a "ready-to-plant" root ball. During planting, the root ball must be planted as it is. The biodegradable wrap surrounding the root ball, which preserves the rootlets, will decompose naturally during the plant's growth. By doing so, you ensure better establishment.