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able as a pollinizer due to nonviable pollen. Pollinate with another vari-
ety in this table.
Pembina
Climate Zones:
Zones 3-8
Notes:
The large, red fruits have yellow, clingstone flesh. Ripens in late
mid-season. A South Dakota introduction and among the most cold-
hardy plums. Pollinate with another variety in this table.
Pipestone
Climate Zones:
Zones 3-8
Notes:
The large, red fruits have amber, clingstone flesh suitable for
fresh use and preserves. Among the most cold-hardy plums. Widely
recommended across the northern United States. Pollinate with anoth-
er variety in this table.
South Dakota
Climate Zones:
Zones 4-8
Notes:
The small to medium-sized, yellow, red-blushed fruits have yel-
low, freestone flesh with good flavor. Ripens late. The trees are very
vigorous, spreading, and productive. Not as widely recommended as
other hybrid plums and can be hard to find in nurseries. A good pollin-
izing variety. Pollinate with another variety in this table.