A Santa Rosa plum is a gorgeous large reddish-purple fruit with a taste so sweet and delicious that is often referred to as a a “Candy Plum” in the region of California where it was developed. Not to mention that the growth rate of a Santa Rosa tree is astoundingly fast, so expect loads of large and delicious candy plums from your Santa Rosa tree almost immediately! These large and delicious bright red plums are a unique and delicious choice for any orchard!
 
What makes the Santa Rosa tree great?
- Fantastically delicious and juicy fruit is so good that Santa Rosas are known as candy plums!
- Santa Rosa is a great choice for warm weather States such as California and Florida.
- Unique bright red fruit provides a sharp, eye-catching splash of color to any landscape.
 
 
| Cold Hardiness Zones | 
5, 6, 7, 8, 9 | 
Min. Temperature | 
-20° F, (-29° C) | 
| Self-Pollinating | 
Yes | 
Botanical Name | 
| Prunus salicina 'Santa Rosa' | 
 
 
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| Mature Height (ft.) | 
10' - 15' | 
Mature Width (ft.) | 
8' - 12' | 
| Harvest Season | 
Late Summer through Fall | 
Recommended Spacing (ft.) | 
8' - 20' | 
| Best Seasons to Plant for Zones 7 - 11 | 
Fall through Spring | 
Best Seasons to Plant for Zones 2 - 6 | 
Spring | 
| Optimal Soil Condition | 
Acidic - Neutral | 
Blossom Fragrance | 
Strong 
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| Blossom Color | 
Pinkish White | 
Fruit Color | 
Deep Reddish Purple with white speckles 
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| Tasting Notes | 
Nectar sweet, rich and juicy 
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Flesh Color | 
White | 
