Laroda Plum Tree
Prunus salicina 'Laroda'
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| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Laroda Plum Tree highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring, Late Spring
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Harvest Time
Growing Zones 6-9
Sweet and delicious Laroda Plum Tree (Prunus salicina 'Laroda') is a Japanese Plum that is perfect for mild winters and warmer climates! The sweet amber flesh is streaked with red, while the dark purple skin is smooth and pleasing to bite into fresh off the tree!
Blooming and ripening early, these gorgeous Plums burst into spring with clouds of scented white blossoms. Followed close behind by swarms of pollinators and lush green leaves! Then the dramatic dark jewels form throughout the tree for you to pluck, still warm from the sun and devour!
Laroda is a fantastic fresh eating Plum that ripens about July or August. These are ideal for baking and preserves and offer up a large harvest for you to try in all your favorite recipes. You will need a pollinator for this deciduous tree since it is not completely self-fertile.
Planting and Application:
Plums look lovely in groupings, that also lend themselves well to wildlife habitat and shade for you! Shipped with their lowest limbs intact, these are fantastic privacy and hide eyesores with blossoms, lush leaves and attractive dark fruit! Create orchards and groves if you have the room, or use as double-duty hedgerows and windbreaks when allowed to reach full size.
These are gorgeous ornamentals too! Set a jeweled fruiting and flowering specimen up in your front yard to accent your home's front plantings or a side garden. When pruned smaller, even the most crowded orchard or established landscape has a sunny spot for these trees! Try high-density planting to fit both the Laroda and its pollinator into a tight squeeze.
- Deep Dark Purple Smooth Skin
- Rosy Amber Flesh Streaked Red
- Wine-Like Sweet Flavor
- Mid-Season Harvest
- Requires a Pollinator Partner
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Plum Trees need full sun to do their best, so plant in an area with at least 6 hours of direct light a day in an area with good air circulation that's well-drained and highly enriched. Fruit trees love mulched beds to keep their roots cool and insulated. Provide regular moisture and fertility for best results.
- Full Sun & Good Air Circulation
- Regular Moisture & Fertility
- Mulch the Roots Well
- Prune When Dormant
- Low Chill - Just 400-500 Hours
Laroda Plum Trees are a fantastic warm climate tasty treat! Buy this new addition for food security and garden embellishment in one today at NatureHills.com before they're gone!
Recommended Pollinators: Santa Rosa and Wickson Plums
