Prune ‘French Improved’ is a California favorite, decorated with tear shaped, dark purple prunes in late summer. Self-fruiting tree cross pollinates other prune varieties. Sweet, complex fruit perfect for juicing, dehydrating or preserves in Auburn, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville and Sacramento.
- Landscape Size: 12′-18′ tall, 12′-18′ wide
- Light Requirement: Full Sun
- Water Needs: Moderate
- USDA Zone: 5a
- Growth Habit: Columnar
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Attributes: Deciduous, Attracts Birds, Edible Fruit, Fruiting
See Green Thumb Guide below for region specific information.
Prefers enriched soil with good drainage. Establish good structure when young and keep pruned. In summer, prune to keep tree to a manageable size. Estimated chilling time of 800 hours below 45°F.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
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