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Plum Green Gage

Green Gage Plum

Green Gage Plum has yellow-green fruit with sweet flesh and a stone that separates readily when ripe. The fruit is useful for fresh eating, desserts and preserves. Harvest is generally in early August.

This self-fertile variety can bear without a second plum. Plant in full sun and well-drained loam. Confirm the rootstock before deciding how much room to allow.

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
White
Leaf color
Green
Fall color
Yellow Green
Soil
Loamy, Well Drained
Landscape use
Fruit, Home Orchard
Fruit
Yes
Fragrant
Yes
Deer resistant
No
Salt tolerant
No
Drought tolerant
No