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Count Althann's Gage



A red dessert plum with good frost resistance

Origin: Czech Republic, 1850

Pollination: Count Althann's Gage is self-sterile and would require a pollinator to produce a crop.Find pollination partners >

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Count Althann's Gage 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
< 5 in stock
MaidenAdaptabilSemi-vigorous £26.00
< 5 in stock

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.

Orders placed now will be delivered in the winter 2025/26 planting season.

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History and description of Count Althann's Gage

Raised from an open pollinated Greengage in Bohemia, Czech Republic by Prochaska, gardener to Count Althan between 1850 and 1860. Introduced to England by Rivers before 1867.

Large, round fruit. Deep crimson flush over a yellow background. Heavy bloom. Patches of russet and many golden dots. Quite juicy tender golden-yellow flesh susceptible to bruising. Pleasant sweet flavour. Semi-clinging stone.

Compact upright tree with large leaves. Heavy cropping. Frost resistant therefore suited to locations subject to spring frosts.

Characteristics of Count Althann's Gage plum and gage trees

UseDessert
ColourRed
FlavourSweet
Fruit sizeMedium
Picking time
Season of useM Aug
Tree vigourModerate
Tree habitUpright
Fruit-bearing
CroppingHeavy
Disease resistanceSilver Leaf - Susceptible
Suitable forHardy
Late Frost
Pollination date22
Pollination groupC
Self-fertilitySelf-sterile
PollinatorsPollination partners
ParentageOld Greengage
ProgenyAriel
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