METHLEY PLUM

Plant Name: Methley Plum
Scientific Name: Prunus salicina ‘Methley’ — Methley Japanese Plum, Methley Plum
Mature Height: 15–20 ft
Mature Spread: 15–20 ft
Growth Rate: Fast (2–3 ft/year)
Sun: Full sun
Water: Moderate; ~10–15 gal/week while establishing, then ~15–20 gal every 10–14 days once established; increase during fruit development and extreme heat
Foliage: Medium to dark green, deciduous
Fall Color: Yellow to yellow-orange
Flower Color: White
Bloom Time: Early spring
Fruit: Medium-sized, reddish-purple skin with sweet, juicy, dark-red flesh; clingstone to semi-freestone
Harvest Time: June–July
Hardiness Zones: 4–9 (−30°F to 30°F)
Features: Early-bearing; heavy producer; sweet dessert fruit; attractive spring blossoms; good choice for home orchards
Additional Facts: Partially self-fruitful but produces better crops with a compatible Japanese plum nearby. Low chill requirement makes it useful in milder winter climates. Thin developing fruit for larger, higher-quality plums.