Plum Bluebyrd

Blue Byrd Plum

Bluebyrd is a European plum with blue-skinned fruit and firm, sweet flesh. It was developed by the USDA Appalachian Fruit Research Station. Its harvest is generally in August.

Grow it in full sun with well-drained loamy soil. Provide a compatible plum for cross-pollination. Allow planting space appropriate to the tree's rootstock.

Hardiness
USDA Zones 5-9

Plant type

Fruit Tree

Height

10'

Width

10'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Flower color

Pink, White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Fruit, Home Orchard

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

No

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No