Flavor King Pluot Tree
Prunus 'Flavor King'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Flavor King Pluot 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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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
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Harvest Time
Growing Zones 6-9
Pluots are one of the great taste sensations in all the world, and Flavor King Pluot is the supreme ruler of the Pluots. A superior, natural cross between a juicy Japanese Plum and a soft, sweet Apricot, the Flavor King will exceed your expectations!
Clouds of snow-white fragrant blossoms herald in spring! These scented lovelies make this as beneficial to your landscape as they are to the many pollinators that will be stopping by! Flavor King will need a pollinator partner, so try another Japanese Plum, or the Flavor Supreme Pluot.
Pluots look like Plums, with dark wine-red skin and firm yellow flesh. But one bite and you know you aren't eating a Plum because the juicy flesh is much sweeter! Because these fruits are a marriage of a Plum and an Apricot, the sugar content of both is magnified. This makes Flavor King incomparably sweet. It's a great way to get Vitamin C, Vitamin A, potassium and even fiber. Kids will never know that these are good for them!
Planting and Application:
The tree itself has a classic shape and beautiful Plum-like leaves, white fragrant blooms and would be a nice flowering tree for your landscape, and each year the harvest gets bigger! You'll have plenty to eat and an abundance to share with your friends and neighbors.
Flavor King Pluot is a magnificent shade tree for garden beds and seating areas. It is also a fantastic dual-purpose flowering ornamental for front and back yard gardens! It can also be pruned as small as you need for fitting into existing and established orchards and landscapes!
- Frosted Reddish-Purple Skin
- Super-Sweet Taste
- Firm, Juicy Red-Blushed Yellow Flesh
- Fragrant White Flowers for Pollinators
- Requires a Pollinator (see below)
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Fruit trees fruit and flower best in the full sun, so provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. Plant in a well-drained, organically enriched soil with a thick layer of mulch for insulation and moisture retention.
- Full Sun & Mulched Site
- Enriched Well-Drained Soil
- Adaptable to a Variety of Soil Types
- Fruit Tree Planting, Fruit Tree Pruning and Success Tips in our Garden Blog
- ~400-500 Chill Hours
Order your own Flavor King Pluot Tree today, and you too will be saying ‘Hail to the King’! Head over to NatureHills.com where this and other unique hybrid fruit can be found!
Recommended pollinators: Flavor Supreme Pluot, Dapple Dandy, Santa Rosa Plum, Methley Plum
