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Herman



A very early self-fertile dual purpose plum similar to Czar but with much improved flavour

Origin: Sweden, 1972

Pollination: Herman is self-fertile and a pollinator is not necessary for producing a crop.Find pollination partners >

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Herman plum and gage trees for sale

1-year maiden trees

These are the most versatile choice for home orchards, community fruit tree projects, and for training on in any form you require.

FormRootstockPriceQuantity
MaidenVVA-1Dwarfing £27.00 Sold-out
MaidenAdaptabilSemi-vigorous £26.00 Sold-out

If you do not see the rootstock you require it is likely we can graft a tree especially for you - click here for more details of our custom-grafting service.

Sorry we have sold out of this variety for this season.

History and description of Herman

Raised from a cross between Czar and Ruth Gerstetter at Balsgard Fruit Breeding Station in Sweden and first reported in 1972.

Medium sized, blue-violet plum similar in appearance to a Czar. Both earlier and better flavoured than Czar. Free stone. An excellent self-fertile dual purpose plum.

Characteristics of Herman plum and gage trees

UseDual Cul & Des
ColourBlue
Flavour
Fruit sizeMedium
Picking time
Season of useM July
Tree vigour
Tree habit
Fruit-bearing
Cropping
Suitable forNorthern Britain
Pollination date0
Pollination groupB
Self-fertilitySelf-fertile
PollinatorsPollination partners
ParentageCzar
Ruth Gerstetter
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