{"title":"Plums","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you’re looking for a fruit tree that delivers year after year, it’s hard to go past a plum tree. They’re among the easiest fruit trees to grow, reward you with heavy crops of delicious fruit, and put on a stunning display of blossom each spring before the leaves even appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAt CJ’s Plants, we stock a carefully selected range of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eplum trees\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e suited to New Zealand gardens. Whether you’re after sweet dessert plums, traditional preserving varieties or heritage European plums, our collection has something for every home orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOur range includes \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlack Doris, Omega, Greengage, Coe’s Golden Drop\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReine Claude de Bavay\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, each offering its own unique flavour, harvest time and growing habit.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Grow Plum Trees?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlum trees are one of the most rewarding fruit trees for New Zealand gardeners. Once established, they’re capable of producing generous crops every summer with relatively little maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn spring, the trees are covered in masses of white blossom that attracts bees and other beneficial pollinators. By late summer, the branches are often loaded with fruit ready for eating, preserving or sharing with friends and family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMany plum varieties are incredibly versatile in the kitchen. They’re delicious eaten fresh, but also ideal for bottling, jams, chutneys, crumbles and baking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowing Plum Trees in New Zealand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlum trees thrive throughout much of New Zealand and perform best in a sunny position with fertile, well-drained soil. They appreciate good airflow and regular watering while young, but once established they become relatively low-maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWinter pruning helps maintain an open canopy and encourages healthy new growth, while an annual feed in early spring supports strong flowering and fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDepending on the variety, some plum trees are self-fertile while others benefit from having a compatible pollinator nearby. Be sure to check each product page for pollination requirements before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJapanese vs European Plum Trees\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOur collection includes both \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJapanese\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEuropean\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e plum varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJapanese plums, such as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlack Doris\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOmega\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, generally produce larger, juicy fruit and are excellent for fresh eating. They tend to crop heavily and ripen earlier in the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEuropean plums, including \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGreengage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoe’s Golden Drop\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReine Claude de Bavay\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, are prized for their rich, complex flavour and are favourites for desserts, preserving and traditional home orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBy planting a mix of varieties, you can enjoy a longer harvest season and a wider range of flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"plum-coe-s-golden-drop","title":"Plum Coe’s Golden Drop","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDiscover the golden treasure of your orchard! This delightful mid to late-season plum boasts impressively large, oval fruits with a stunning yellow hue and wonderfully juicy, flavourful flesh. Harvest your bounty come March. For the best results, pair it with a Greengage companion to ensure stellar pollination and a bumper crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elliotts Retail","offers":[{"title":"25L","offer_id":42324295057492,"sku":"plgold","price":80.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"plum-reine-claude-de-bavay","title":"Plum Reine Claude De Bavay","description":"","brand":"Elliotts Retail","offers":[{"title":"pb18","offer_id":42324295123028,"sku":"PLREI","price":80.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"plum-hawera","title":"Plum Hawera","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA top pick for NZ home gardens, this plum delivers big, deep red freestone fruit bursting with sweet, juicy pink flesh. Mid-season magic that’s self-fertile and grows up healthy and strong—your taste buds will thank you!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elliotts Retail","offers":[{"title":"25L","offer_id":42324323074132,"sku":"plhaw","price":80.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5809\/4932\/files\/PlumHawera25L.jpg?v=1769120088"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5809\/4932\/collections\/PlumHawera25L.jpg?v=1784084250","url":"https:\/\/www.cjsplants.co.nz\/collections\/plums.oembed","provider":"CJ's Plant Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}