Coe’s Golden Drop European Plum

Prunus domestica ‘Coe’s Golden Drop’

A legendary oblong, golden plum introduced in 1800 at Bury St. Edmunds, England. The medium-to-large fruits have straw-yellow skin and golden flesh. The plums are incredibly sweet and juicy and have a pocket of intense apricot-like flavor.

The freestone fruit ripens in October on vigorous, healthy trees, extending the plum season. It needs a pollinizer. Considered low chill – will bloom and bear reliably in areas with 425 hours between 32F-45F.

Cold Hardy to USDA Zone: 5

Mature Height:  12′ 

Sun: Full Sun

Ripening Time: Late/October

Pollination: Needs a Pollinizer

Rootstock: St. Julian A

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