Fan trained Plum trees are used against a wall; you will need not less than 180 x 180cm’s for a fan or espalier tree. Please note we do not supply ready trained trees; this Marjories Seedling plum fan is a young tree suitable for training yourself, in situ. Such trees usually settle to cropping within 2 or 3 seasons.
Marjories Seedling is one of the best varieties and is suitable for all area’s. It is also recommended as a late-season extender and has fruits of very good quality.
Marjories Seedling fan plum tree – season
Late September and will hang into October providing quality late fruits.
Marjories Seedling Plum – appearance & flavour
Medium to large in size, somewhat circular, ripening to a fine deep purple usually with a dusky bloom and the occassional green flush. Flesh golden yellow with a good flavour; highly favoured for pies, jams and freezing but more than suited to dessert use when fully ripe.
Marjories Seedling – pollination
Self fertile so may be grown as a sole tree. Also a good pollinator for other varieties.