Ozark Premier plum
Yes, Ozark Premier plum grows in the Gulf South: LSU AgCenter recommends it for north 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 Louisiana
- Notes
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- Sources
- lsuagcenter.com
- Data status
- Recommended in source (no chill number given)
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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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ison's Nursery Ozark Premier Plum Tree 4-5' | $29.95 | standard | In stock | View |
| Nature Hills Nursery Ozark Premier Japanese Plum Tree | $54.55 | #3 Container | In stock | View |
| Stark Bro's Ozark Premier Plum Tree | $75.99 | standard | Sold out | 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 Ozark Premier plum grow in Louisiana?
Yes. LSU AgCenter's Louisiana Home Orchard (Pub. 1884) recommends it for north Louisiana.
How many chill hours does Ozark Premier plum need?
LSU AgCenter doesn't publish a chill-hour number for it.
Does Ozark Premier plum need a pollinator?
Most Japanese-type plums need a second plum (Methley, AU-Rubrum self-fruitful per LSU).
What USDA zones suit Ozark Premier plum?
Zones 6-9 as a general guide for plum.
Where can I buy Ozark Premier plum?
We found it at 3 online nurseries on our last check, 2 with it in stock, from $29.95. See the price table above.