{"product_id":"elephant-heart-plum-tree-5qmjwd","title":"Elephant Heart Plum Tree","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge, Heart-Shaped Plum, Sweeter \u0026amp; Juicier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Elephant Heart Plum Trees?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivering sweet, juicy heart-shaped plums each fall, the Elephant Heart Plum Tree lives up to its name, giving you a huge bounty of large plums that are smooth and delicious right off the branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Japanese variety, the Elephant Heart Plum blooms and ripens earlier than its European counterparts. \u003c\/strong\u003eThey are not generally self-pollinated and can be tricky to grow in areas with late frosts, but are superb for fresh eating. Plus, they are the favored selection for fresh eating varieties because they're rounder and firmer than similar varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou'll get a consistent, heavy crop of sweet plums from this reliable and hardy producer.\u003c\/strong\u003e With more vigorous and disease-resistant blooms that give way to fresh, home-grown fruit, the Elephant Heart Plum is a favorite for home gardeners, from novices to experts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Planting: \u003c\/b\u003eFirst, find an area with well-drained soil and full sun (6 to 8 hours of sunlight per day). Once you've selected your location, dig a hole that's approximately a foot and a half deep and equally as wide. Place your tree in the hole, tamp down the surrounding soil to remove air pockets, and then water to settle the roots. Finally, spread a layer of mulch over the soil around your tree to help encourage healthy growth and preserve moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Watering: \u003c\/b\u003eWater young trees heavily during the first growing season to help promote growth, then water regularly. Best to water deeply at the soil line, let the soil dry out slightly then water again. Do not let the soil become fully dry. Water well into the early autumn, to have good soil moisture through the winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Pruning: \u003c\/b\u003eA year after planting your tree, prune in the late winter, while it's still dormant. Shape the tree to encourage horizontal branch growth with space between branches. Prune once a year as necessary to remove weak, drooping branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e4. Fertilizing: \u003c\/b\u003eFertilize in the spring and midsummer using low-nitrogen fertilizer, applying 2 weeks after planting and 4 weeks after the first application. Use a complete fertilizer, such as 10-10-10, and apply 6 to 8 inches away from the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e5. Location:\u003c\/b\u003e Your location should include full sun and if possible, sheltered from excessive wind exposure. South or West facing spots out of the wind are best. Plums are tolerant of urban pollution issues and will do well in city environments. Avoid planting in low-lying areas where late spring frosts are more common.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fast-Growing-Trees.com","offers":[{"title":"1-2 ft.","offer_id":48860182905002,"sku":"31070","price":14.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-3 ft.","offer_id":48860182937770,"sku":"18323","price":9.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3-4 ft.","offer_id":48860182970538,"sku":"16545","price":10.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-5 ft.","offer_id":48860183003306,"sku":"16546","price":13.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5-6 ft.","offer_id":48860183036074,"sku":"16547","price":16.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6-7 ft.","offer_id":48860183068842,"sku":"20064","price":28.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6566\/3658\/files\/hq359sau5r55_e4f2f420-5260-478a-a79e-4d4b622dbd26.jpg?v=1784864973","url":"https:\/\/fastgrowingtrees.shop\/products\/elephant-heart-plum-tree-5qmjwd","provider":"Wasatch \u0026 West Goods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}