Grove’s Late Victoria
£20.50
A sport of Victoria that ripens later – about 10 days later. Has the same qualities as Victoria – an excellent dual purpose variety, large plums good to eat fresh. With its size good for cooking. Self fertile. Rootstock: St Julien A.
Picking time – late August / early September Pollination group – C
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| Rootstock | St Julien A maiden (moderate), St Julien A two year (moderate) |
|---|---|
| Type of Plum | Dual Purpose |
| Fruiting | Late Season |
| Pollination Group | C |
| Pollination Requirements | Self-fertile |
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