Prunus domestica 'Quetsche d'Alsace' (PLUM)
Short description
A very old variety known as German Prunes. A small plum with a distinctive oval shape, blue black skin, with golden yellow flesh. Self fertile. Slow to come into cropping.Prunus domestica 'Quetsche d'Alsace' (PLUM)
Short description
A very old variety known as German Prunes. A small plum with a distinctive oval shape, blue black skin, with golden yellow flesh. Self fertile. Slow to come into cropping.-
EAN code8051838464054
- Latin namePLUM 'QUETSCHE D'ALSACE'
- Size10L
- Form1/4 STD
- Units per shelf17.0000
Common name: Plum ?Quetsche d?Alsace'
Family: Rosaceae
Origin: Germany in the 17th century
Description: A very old variety known as German Prunes. A small plum with a distinctive oval shape, blue black skin, with golden yellow flesh. Slow to come into cropping
Uses: Eating and cooking in Plum Tarts
Climate/Position: Full sun to light shade. Sheltered from winds. Good frost resistance
Height/Spread: Approx tree height 3-4 metres, depends on rootstock
Soil Requirements: Rich, deep soils, but not on limestone
Pruning: Little or no pruning required, only prune in summer
Special Requirements: Self-fertile
Additional Interest: Can be dried and eaten as a Prune
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