{"product_id":"au-rubrum-plum-tree-prunus-salicina-live-plant-4-6-feet-tall-sweet-red-plum-tree-includes-root-wrapped-tree-early-season-fruit-producer-easy-to-grow","title":"AU Rubrum Plum Tree – Prunus salicina Live Plant | 4–6 Feet Tall | Sweet Red Plum Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnjoy delicious homegrown plums with this \u003cstrong\u003eAU Rubrum Plum Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e, a productive fruit tree known for its attractive red-skinned fruit, juicy yellow flesh, and balanced sweet-tart flavor. This healthy \u003cstrong\u003e4–6 foot live tree\u003c\/strong\u003e is an excellent choice for home orchards, backyard gardens, and edible landscapes. In spring, the tree is covered with brilliant white fragrant blossoms, adding ornamental beauty before developing an abundant early-season plum harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAU Rubrum is valued for its vigorous growth, disease resistance, and dependable fruit production. The flavorful plums are perfect for fresh eating, jams, preserves, baking, and other homemade treats. Grafted on Guardian Rootstock for strength and performance, this variety thrives in many growing conditions. For proper pollination and fruit set, plant near another AU plum variety or a Methley Plum. You will receive a healthy tree similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live AU Rubrum Plum Tree\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Height: approximately 4–6 feet tall\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy, well-rooted fruit tree\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Guardian Rootstock\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Red-skinned plum producing variety\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e AU Rubrum Plum\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePrunus salicina\u003c\/em\u003e 'AU Rubrum'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous fruit tree\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Established tree\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6–8 hours daily preferred)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining fertile soil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; water regularly during establishment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 feet (or smaller with pruning)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, when regularly pruned\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e AU Rubrum requires approximately \u003cstrong\u003e850 chilling hours\u003c\/strong\u003e each winter and a compatible pollinator such as Methley Plum or another AU variety for fruit production. Plant in full sun and fertilize in early spring before new growth begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"tans treasures online nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46728597078215,"sku":null,"price":390.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/2185\/0311\/files\/ListingShopify_79_afaeabb5-f398-4d0b-8ef2-8efe17a7f6da.jpg?v=1783256395","url":"https:\/\/prosperitynursery.com\/products\/au-rubrum-plum-tree-prunus-salicina-live-plant-4-6-feet-tall-sweet-red-plum-tree-includes-root-wrapped-tree-early-season-fruit-producer-easy-to-grow","provider":"Prosperity Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}