Bruce plum
Yes, Bruce plum grows in the Gulf South: LSU AgCenter recommends it for both north and south Louisiana home orchards (The Louisiana Home Orchard, Pub. 1884). The source doesn't give a chill-hour number.
Last updated
- Chill hours
- Not rated
- USDA zones
- 6-9 (general guide for plum)
- Pollination
- Most Japanese-type plums need a second plum (Methley, AU-Rubrum self-fruitful per LSU)
- LSU AgCenter recommends for
- North & south Louisiana
- Notes
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- Sources
- lsuagcenter.com
- Data status
- Recommended in source (no chill number given)
Will it get enough chill at my place? →
Where to buy
Prices and stock as we found them on each nursery's site, checked Oct 20, 3:13 PM CDT. Shipping not included; always confirm on the nursery's page.
| Nursery | Price | Size | Stock | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edible Landscaping Bruce Plum | $55.00 | 3TG/3 Gallon / Standard 5 sizes, $23.00–$105.00 | In stock | View |
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From our orchard
Notes and photos from our Louisiana homestead orchard are coming soon.
Other plum varieties
| Variety | Chill hours | Zones | LSU recommends for | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methley | 250 | 6-9 | North Louisiana | verified |
| Gulf Beauty | 250 | 6-9 | verified | |
| Gulf Blaze | 250 | 6-9 | verified | |
| Gulf Rose | 275 | 6-9 | verified | |
| Inca | 250 | 6-9 | verified | |
| Segundo | 450 | 6-9 | verified | |
| Shirley | 500 | 6-9 | verified | |
| St. Luke | 500–600 | 6-9 | verified |
Quick answers
Does Bruce plum grow in Louisiana?
Yes. LSU AgCenter's Louisiana Home Orchard (Pub. 1884) recommends it for both north and south Louisiana.
How many chill hours does Bruce plum need?
LSU AgCenter doesn't publish a chill-hour number for it.
Does Bruce plum need a pollinator?
Most Japanese-type plums need a second plum (Methley, AU-Rubrum self-fruitful per LSU).
What USDA zones suit Bruce plum?
Zones 6-9 as a general guide for plum.
Where can I buy Bruce plum?
We found it at 1 online nursery on our last check, 1 with it in stock, from $55.00. See the price table above.