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Plum trees
Meritare

An attractive new early-season dessert plum from Sweden, similar to Opal, with large fruits and good cold-hardiness.
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Growing


Plum trees
Meritare
Gardening skillAverage
Self-fertilityNot self-fertile
Flowering group3
Pollinating othersAverage
Climate suitabilityTemperate climates
Mild damp climates
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Using


Plum trees
Meritare
Picking seasonEarly
Keeping (of fruit)1-3 days
CroppingLight
Food usesEating fresh
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Identification


Plum trees
Meritare
Country of originFrance
Period of origin1950 - 1999
Blossom colourWhite
Fruit colourRed
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