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Pixies Gardens
2024 Mcdaniel Mill Road Conyers GA 30094
Email: cs@pixiesgardens.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Santa Rosa plum tree?
Santa Rosa plum trees grow fast and produce juicy, golden-fleshed fruit with reddish-purple skin. Home gardeners prefer this variety due to its rich taste and consistent yields.
How big does a Santa Rosa plum tree grow?
Pruning plum Santa Rosa trees can reduce their height and spread to 15 to 20 feet. Small gardens can benefit from dwarf or semi-dwarf varieties.
When does the Santa Rosa plum tree fruit?
Fruit is usually produced by a Santa Rosa plum tree between mid- and late summer. Its fragrant white flowers bloom in early spring, followed by large, juicy Santa Rosa plums ready for harvest by July or August.
How often should I water my plum trees?
Water deeply once a week during the growing season, especially when the weather is dry. Watering young plum trees for sale more frequently may be necessary until they become established. Healthy growth and fruit quality are supported by good watering.
What kind of care does a Santa Rosa plum tree need?
Santa Rosa plum tree care includes regular watering, spring fertilizing, and winter pruning. Keep the area around the tree free from weeds and apply mulch to retain soil moisture and reduce weeds.
Can I grow a Santa Rosa plum tree in a pot?
Yes, dwarf Santa Rosa plum varieties can be grown in large containers. Use well-drained soil and place the pot in full sun. Watering and fertilizing container-grown trees may be more frequent.
Is the Santa Rosa plum tree self-pollinating?
Yes! Santa Rosa plums self-pollinate, which is a great advantage. Adding a second plum tree nearby can help improve both the size and quantity of the fruit.
Are Santa Rosa plums suitable for eating?
Absolutely! Santa Rosa plums have a sweet-tart flavor ideal for fresh eating, baking, or making preserves. Because of their excellent taste, many people search for Santa Rosa plums for sale during the summer.

