Hollywood Asian Plum is a strikingly ornamental fruit tree that earns its place in any garden long before harvest arrives. Growing 12 feet tall with deep burgundy foliage that persists from spring through fall, it blooms early in the season with showy pink flowers that signal the arrival of summer's abundance. By mid-summer, the tree produces large, round plums with dark red skin and equally dark red flesh, all in zones 5-9. The real draw is that it combines serious ornamental appeal with genuine flavor and the rare gift of self-fertility, needing just 300-400 chill hours to set fruit reliably.
Full Sun
Moderate
5-9
144in H x ?in W
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This tree performs double duty as both a showstopper and a generous fruit producer. The burgundy leaves stay vibrant all season, creating a rich backdrop for pale pink spring blossoms and eventually the dark red plums that follow. It's self-fertile and low-chill, which means gardeners in milder zones don't need a pollinator partner. Fresh eating is glorious, but the plums also transform into stunning jams, jellies, wines, and juices that preserve their deep color and flavor.
Hollywood Asian Plums excel fresh off the tree, their large round fruits eaten out of hand during mid-summer harvests. Beyond fresh eating, they're exceptional for preservation, producing gorgeous deep-colored jams and jellies that showcase the fruit's natural pigmentation. Home winemakers and juice makers prize them for the depth of color and flavor they contribute to fermented or pressed beverages.
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Plant bare-root trees in early spring or fall when the tree is dormant. Choose a location with full sun exposure and well-draining soil. Space at least 12 feet from other trees and structures to accommodate the mature canopy. Plant at the same depth the tree was growing in the nursery, with the graft union (if present) positioned 2-3 inches above soil level.
Harvest in mid-summer when the large, round plums develop their full dark red color and yield slightly to gentle pressure. The fruit should feel full and heavy in your hand; underripe plums are firm and slightly greenish. Pick plums with a gentle twist and upward motion, leaving the stem attached if possible. For preserving, harvest slightly firmer fruit that will hold its shape during cooking; for fresh eating, allow plums to fully soften on the tree for maximum sweetness.
Prune in late winter while the tree is dormant to shape the canopy and remove any dead or crossing branches. The ornamental burgundy foliage is part of Hollywood's appeal, so prune to maintain an open, attractive form that allows light to penetrate the interior. Remove lower branches to create a small tree or multi-stemmed form depending on your landscape design. Avoid heavy pruning during the growing season.
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