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Plum trees
Reeves

A high-quality English dual-purpose plum, similar to Victoria but with an improved flavour for eating fresh.
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Growing


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


Plum trees
Reeves
Picking seasonMid
Keeping (of fruit)1 week
CroppingLight
Food usesEating fresh
Culinary
Dual purpose
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Problems


Plum trees
Reeves
Disease resistanceGood
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Identification


Plum trees
Reeves
Country of originCanada
Period of origin1900 - 1949
Blossom colourWhite
Fruit colourRed - dark
Flesh colourGolden / Yellow
AwardsRHS AGM (former)
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