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Plum Tree

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I have a plum tree which did very well 2 year ago so well it was full of fruit but the weight broke the tree in half.i have removed that half but It did not fruit last year should I prune it ?if so how? when?




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Hello Monty,
My only nugget of wisdom is that plum trees need to be pruned after they fruit, but still in the growing season, to protect them from ? "bleeding" sap or whatever. Gives them a chance to sort themselves out before shutting down for colder season.
Sorry to be a bit vague on details. I'm sure others on here will give more expert advice!
Maybe when pruning - consider the poor tree not having to carry so much weight next time? Or pick off poorer or diseased fruit. Or organise a prop or support for your tree.

Reference: very good local radio's weekly gardening show, Reg Moule.

1 Feb, 2009

 

Some plums tend to fruit on a biennial cycle so could be that your tree will do better this year.

2 Feb, 2009

 

Thanks for the advice yes will not let it carry so much next time.Yes normally has a good second year.

3 Feb, 2009

 

Thank you for the comments on my garden pictures and the welcome to growsonyou..

Monty

3 Feb, 2009

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