Ancient Varieties of Plums

The plum tree is a plant that has a very wide diffusion in our territory and that today can boast numerous varieties, created by a selection that is attentive to the needs of growers as well as to the tastes of consumers who prefer different textures and flavors than in the past.

The plum tree, however, is a very ancient fruit plant that can boast traditional varieties that are still used today in respect of the past, especially for their resistance to some diseases that frequently affect plum trees. Often used in the gardens of nobles for its aesthetics, this plant was highly appreciated for its fruits since ancient Greece.

In particular, these ancient varieties often have the characteristic of spontaneity: plum trees of this genus are in fact able to grow independently in soils of different nature and resist fungal infections without problems. These characteristics make them a valuable ally for growers, especially those who wish to carry on organic crops avoiding the use of pesticides and herbicides.

Spring Smile Plum Tree

The Sorriso di Primavera plum tree, of Italian origin, identified in the Ferrara area by a seedling of unknown genealogy. Vigorous, high-productivity and self-incompatible shaft. Medium-sized fruit, slightly heart-shaped, golden yellow suffused with red. Yellow, juicy, sugary, aromatic, medium-firm pulp and does not stand out. It is interesting for its early ripening but is mainly used as a pollinator for many Chinese-Japanese varieties.

Santa Rosa plum tree

Medium-early ripening variety with medium productivity and early flowering period. The plant has good vigor with an expanded habit. The fruit has a large size, a slightly oblate round shape, a golden color spotted with red on almost the entire skin. The pulp is firm and sugary, yellow veined with red with unmistakable taste qualities.

St. Francis’ plum

Originally from the province of Brindisi, this type of plum tree is characterized by a very light color and a ripening that ends around the end of October.

Vivai Spinelli offers different varieties of ancient plum trees for all those who want to get to know these exceptional varieties that can guarantee excellent fruits in a completely natural way, without having to resort to the help of chemicals.