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The AU Producer Plum is a high-yield, early-ripening plum tree developed by Auburn University specifically for the Southeastern U.S. This productive, disease-resistant Japanese plum produces medium-sized, firm, sweet red fruit, making it ideal for fresh eating, canning, preserves, and commercial production. With its compact, moderately vigorous growth habit, AU Producer is perfect for home orchards, backyard growers, and professional orchards seeking reliable, heavy crops.
As a self-pollinating plum tree, AU Producer sets fruit on its own, though nearby Japanese plums can boost yields. It thrives in USDA zones 6–9, prefers full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil, and shows strong resistance to black knot, bacterial canker, and other common plum diseases. This makes it one of the easiest, most dependable plum varieties for Southern growers.
Requires 700+ chill hours for optimal performance.
Required Chill Hours: 700+
| Height |
12' - 15' (Standard Size) |
| Spread |
10' - 12' |
| Tree Form |
Rounded crown with upwardly-reaching branches |
| USDA Zone |
6 - 9 |
| Blooms |
March - April |
| Drops Fruit or Nuts |
June |
| Soil |
Adapted to upland, well drained, sandy clay or loam |
| Soil pH |
6.0 - 7.5 |
| Light requirements |
Full Sun |
| Pollination |
Self-fertile, grafted. Each additional tree will increase pollination for better mast production |
