Plum, Gulf Beauty

Plum, Gulf BeautyTree Care: Planting: Choose a sunny spot with well draining soil in late winter or early spring. Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, deep watering. Fertilization: Use balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring. Pruning: Prune in late winter, remove dead or crowded branches. Pest Disease Control: Monitor and treat as needed. Thinning: Thin fruit in early summer for better quality. Mulching: Apply organic mulch around the base. Winter

developing a blocky pattern

round or pear-shaped fruit with greenish-yellow skin and russet spots

remove dead or damaged branches as needed

Bark: Distinctive peeling bark with white

Adams crabapple trees are prized for their spring blossoms and ornamental value in landscaping

Tulip poplar trees are known for their size

and tart cherries

- Lightly prune in late winter

Provide extra water in dry spells

Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to control size

especially in dry spells

- Maintain shape and remove dead branches