SATSUMA PLUM

Plant Name: Satsuma Plum

Scientific Name: Prunus salicina ‘Satsuma’ — Satsuma Japanese Plum

Mature Height: 15–20 ft

Mature Spread: 12–18 ft

Growth Rate: Fast (2–3 ft/year)

Sun: Full sun

Water: Moderate; ~10–15 gal/week while establishing, then ~15–20 gal every 7–10 days once established; increase during fruit development and extreme heat

Foliage: Medium green, deciduous

Fall Color: Yellow to orange

Flower Color: White

Bloom Time: Early spring

Fruit: Medium to large, round, dark red to purple skin with deep red to burgundy flesh; sweet, juicy, and mildly tart

Harvest Time: July–August

Hardiness Zones: 5–9 (−20°F to 20°F)

Features: Distinctive deep-red flesh; excellent fresh-eating plum; attractive fruit; juicy texture; productive

Additional Facts: Partially self-fruitful, but a compatible Japanese plum such as Santa Rosa can improve fruit set and crop size. Satsuma is particularly prized for its striking red flesh.