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Plumcot

$55.00

An early ripening variety (mid December in Hawkes Bay), with red-purple skin and yellow flesh. A cross of apricot and plum. Very sweet and flavoursome. Self fertile.

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A unique and exciting apricot–plum hybrid, producing early-season fruit that ripens around mid-December in regions like Hawke’s Bay. The fruit features deep red-purple skin and golden yellow flesh, offering a very sweet, richly flavoured eating experience that showcases the best qualities of both parent fruits.

Self-fertile and well-suited to New Zealand’s climate, Plumcot is an excellent choice for early harvests, with attractive appearance, great flavour, and home garden appeal.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Unique apricot–plum hybrid with exceptional flavour
  • Early harvest – enjoy summer fruit sooner
  • Stunning colour contrast between skin and flesh
  • Great standalone performer – self-fertile

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 / Apricot Hybrid
  • Varieties Included: Plumcot
  • Grade: Large Grade Specimen
  • Planting Season: Winter
  • Fruit Size: Medium to large
  • Skin: Red to purple
  • Flesh: Yellow
  • Flavour Profile: Very sweet, fruity, and aromatic
  • Harvest Time: Early season – mid-December (Hawke’s Bay)
  • Pollination: Self-fertile
  • Tree Form: Moderate spreading growth
  • Type: Inter-species hybrid (Plum × Apricot)
  • Climate Suitability: Warm and temperate NZ regions
  • Sunlight Needs: Full sun
  • Soil Type: Free-draining, fertile soil
  • Fruit Use: Fresh eating, preserves, desserts
  • Availability: Limited winter release

Delivery:

  • Pick-up in-store only.
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