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commended in arid and semiarid regions of western North America.
Requires cross-pollination with another Japanese plum.
Segundo
Climate Zones:
Zones 6-8
Notes:
The yellowish-orange fruits have soft, red, clingstone flesh with
good flavor. Ripens in early mid-season. A Japanese × American hy-
brid, medium-chilling variety (400-500 hours) that is well suited to the
southeastern United States. Pollinate with 'Byron Gold'.
Shiro
Climate Zones:
Zones 5-8
Notes:
The medium-sized to large, yellow fruits have soft, juicy, yellow,
clingstone flesh with good quality. Ripens early. Among the most widely
recommended Japanese plums in Canada and the United States. Has
proven reliable in such diverse areas as British Columbia, California,
western Washington, Kansas, upstate New York, New Hampshire, and
Virginia. Moderately vigorous and moderately resistant to bacterial
spot. One of the better Japanese plum varieties for organic growers in
colder areas. Well suited to U-pick and roadside stands. Requires
cross-pollination with another Japanese variety.
Vanier
Climate Zones:
Zones 5-8
