Warwickshire Drooper
£22.50 – £23.00
An old variety that arose in the West Midlands has become well known. Its name is apt – in time having a drooping habit. Large yellow fruits speckled red with sweet yellow juicy flesh. A self fertile variety A strong growing tree that crops regularly and heavily.
Pricing time – early September Pollination group – B
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| Rootstock | WURS766 maiden (semi dwarfing), St Julien A maiden (moderate), Brompton maiden (vigorous) |
|---|---|
| Type of Plum | Dessert |
| Fruiting | Late Season |
| Pollination Group | B |
| Pollination Requirements | Self-fertile |
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