Flavor King Pluot Tree

Prunus 'Flavor King'

$149⁹⁹

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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

Brand

Nature Hills' Choice
Botanical Name

Prunus 'Flavor King'
Growing Zones

6-10
Mature Height

15 - 20 feet
Mature Spread

12 - 15 feet
Sun Exposure

Full Sun
Moisture

Moderate
Soil

Well-Drained
Growth Rate

Medium
Flower Color

White
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Pollinator Required

Yes
Fragrant

Yes
Pruning Time

When Dormant
Bloom Period

Late Spring
Harvest Time

Mid Season

Growing Zones 6-9

Find Your Growing Zone!

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

Ex customer service

I did not realize I had entered the wrong street numbers when I filled out my shipping address. The fedex delivery driver attempted to drop my tree at my neighbors house 3 houses down from my home. So I did not get my tree until a couple days later. The tree was still in good condition considering it was in the box without sunlight a bit longer. I called Nature Hills customer service and they were so kind and helpful making the proper steps to get my tree delivered to the correct address. I have have learned a lesson to double check when filling out the shipping address. I plan on ordering more trees from NatureHills in the future.

Dear Ray E.,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We truly appreciate your kind words about our customer service team — it’s great to hear they were able to assist you promptly and graciously to ensure your tree reached you safely despite the initial address mix-up. Mistakes happen, and we’re glad the delivery was only slightly delayed and that your tree remained in good condition during that time.

Your lesson about double-checking shipping details is such a useful takeaway, and we’re thrilled to hear you're planning on ordering more trees from Nature Hills in the future! If you ever need help confirming your order information or want suggestions for your next planting, don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re here to support your gardening journey every step of the way.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

Sir is these plants shipped in India

Super fruit

Dear Pk,

Thank you so much for your enthusiasm and feedback! We're delighted to hear your excitement about our “Super fruit” plants. Regarding your question about shipping to India, currently, Nature Hills specializes in shipping within the United States and may not be able to ship plants internationally, including to India, due to agricultural and import regulations.

However, if you're interested, we can help guide you toward local nurseries or international retailers that can provide similar plants suitable for your region. Feel free to reach out with any more questions—we’re here to assist you in your gardening journey!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Sir is these plants shipped in India

Super fruit

Hello Pk,

Thank you so much for your enthusiasm and for reaching out with your question about shipping to India! We truly appreciate your interest and kind words about our plants.

At this time, we currently offer shipping within the United States only and do not ship internationally, including to India. However, we understand the excitement of growing super fruits and would love to help guide you toward similar plants that may be available locally or online in your region. If you’re interested, we can provide detailed care tips for many of these super fruit varieties to support your gardening journey, no matter where you are.

Please feel free to reach out anytime for plant advice or assistance—we’re always here to help you find the perfect companion for your garden.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Status of Pluot tree received in October

beautiful healthy tree. Is already covered in blooms.

Dear Dr. W.,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful update! We’re thrilled to hear that your Pluot tree arrived healthy and is already bursting with blooms—such beautiful progress so soon after planting. It sounds like your tree is thriving, which is truly fantastic.

If you ever have questions about caring for your Pluot as it begins to fruit or need tips to keep those blooms turning into a fruitful harvest, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We also have detailed care guides on our website that cover watering, feeding, and pruning, which might be helpful as the seasons progress.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

Status of Pluot tree received in October

beautiful healthy tree. Is already covered in blooms.

Dear Dr. W.,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful update! We're thrilled to hear that your Pluot tree arrived healthy and is already blooming—that truly sounds like a fantastic start to a fruitful season. Seeing these early blooms is always inspiring, and it’s great that your tree is thriving so well.

If you haven’t already, be sure to give your Pluot tree plenty of sunlight and water, especially during the summer months, to support its growth and fruit development. Should you need any guidance on pruning or dealing with common pests, we’re here to help! Feel free to explore our detailed care guides online or reach out anytime.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

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