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Elephant Heart

$55.00

Very large heart shaped fruit with dark red extremely sweet & juicy flesh. Superb freestone plum. Mid to late season. Japanese variety. Good pollinator.

Out of stock

A striking Japanese plum variety, known for its very large, heart-shaped fruit with deep red skin and flesh. The flavour is intensely sweet and juicy, making it a favourite for fresh eating, desserts, and preserving. As a freestone plum, it’s easy to prepare and enjoy.

Ripening mid to late season, Elephant Heart also serves as a good pollinator for other Japanese plum varieties. Its attractive form and heavy fruiting make it an excellent choice for home orchards and edible landscapes.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Giant heart-shaped plums with rich red flesh
  • Incredibly juicy and sweet – perfect for fresh eating
  • Freestone and easy to prepare
  • Dual purpose: top eating variety and effective pollinator

Stock is limited and only available during the winter season – visit us in-store or contact us to reserve yours today! For more variety details and growing advice, visit www.waimeanurseries.co.nz.

Specifications:

  • Tree Type: Plum
  • Varieties Included: Elephant Heart
  • Grade: Large Grade Specimen
  • Planting Season: Winter
  • Fruit Size: Very large
  • Shape: Heart-shaped
  • Skin: Deep red
  • Flesh: Dark red, extremely juicy
  • Flavour Profile: Very sweet, rich, excellent fresh eating
  • Harvest Time: Mid to late season
  • Pollination: Good pollinator (requires another Japanese plum nearby)
  • Tree Form: Upright, spreading
  • Type: Japanese plum
  • Climate Suitability: Warmer to temperate NZ regions
  • Sunlight Needs: Full sun
  • Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained
  • Fruit Use: Fresh eating, desserts, preserving
  • Availability: Limited stock – winter only

Delivery:

  • Pick-up in-store only.
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