Ispolinskaya plum plants

Ispolinskaya plum plants A tree reaching 4 m, with a dense pyramidal crown. Winter-hardy to −34°C. Self-fertile, requiring no separate pollinator. Flowers in April–May. Fruiting begins in year three, with more than 40 kg possible the following year; the source gives 230 centners per hectare. The stated tasting figure is 4.2. Fruit is sweeter and juicier in southern areas. Very large fruits weigh 45–60 g and are pink-red and obovate. Thick skin has a blue-grey waxy bloom and numerous subcutaneous dots. Green-yellow flesh is firm but juicy, with a sweet-tart flavour and delicate aroma. The stone separates poorly; the source states that abundant watering during ripening can reduce this problem. Fruit transports well and retains quality in storage. A versatile variety for fresh eating, jam, juice, preserves, marmalade and compote.