Prunus salicina 'Santa Rosa' (Santa Rosa Japanese Plum)

Prunus salicina ‘Santa Rosa’ (Santa Rosa Japanese Plum)

A classic and dependable Japanese plum prized for its flavorful fruit and vigorous growth. ‘Santa Rosa’ produces heavy crops of large, round plums with thin purple-red skin and juicy flesh that balances sweetness with a pleasantly tart flavor.

Ripening in mid-August, the fruit is excellent for fresh eating, canning, preserves, and baking. This semi-dwarf variety grows quickly and develops into an attractive, productive tree well-suited for home orchards.

For best performance, plant in full sun and provide regular moisture while establishing. Prune in late winter to maintain structure and airflow. Like most Japanese plums, ‘Santa Rosa’ benefits from another Japanese plum variety nearby for cross-pollination and improved fruit set.

Plant Details:
Height: 18–20 feet
Spread: 18–20 feet
Light: Full sun
Zones: 5–8

Features:
Large purple-red plums
Sweet-tart flavor
Excellent for fresh eating and canning
Vigorous and productive grower
Semi-dwarf habit
Ripens in mid-August
Best planted with another Japanese plum for pollination