Long John European Plum Tree – Prunus domestica Live Plant | Sweet Freestone Prune Plum | Blue Purple Fruit Tree | Backyard Orchard

Grow unique and flavorful fruit with this Long John European Plum Tree (Prunus domestica), a distinctive variety known for its elongated, pointed shape and beautiful blue-purple skin. This live tree produces abundant crops of sweet, aromatic, firm freestone plums with rich amber-colored flesh.

Highly valued for fresh eating, drying, or preserves, Long John plums offer excellent flavor and texture. The tree is vigorous and productive, making it a great addition to home orchards and edible landscapes. While somewhat self-fertile, planting with another prune plum variety can improve yields.

Selected through the New York State fruit testing program, this variety is well-suited for reliable performance and quality fruit production.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Long John European Plum tree (Prunus domestica)
✔️ Healthy starter plant ready to grow
✔️ Unique elongated prune plum variety
✔️ Suitable for home orchards or gardens
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Long John Plum, European Prune Plum
Botanical Name: Prunus domestica
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Growth Stage: Starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
Mature Height: 12–20 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 5–9
Pollination: Partially self-fertile (better with another plum)
Container Friendly: Yes (with pruning)

💡 Care Tip: Plant in full sun and consider adding a second plum variety nearby to increase fruit production. Prune annually to maintain shape and improve airflow.