Plum Trees - Burbank

Directions for Planting and Care

Planting and caring for your Burbank Plum Tree is straightforward, allowing you to enjoy its flavorful harvest and ornamental appeal without unnecessary hassle.

Planting

Select the Right Location: Choose a spot in your garden that receives full sun and offers enough room for the tree to grow. Burbank Plum Trees thrive in well-draining soil and benefit from at least six hours of direct sunlight each day.

Dig a Proper Hole: Once you have identified the ideal location, dig a hole at least twice as wide and as deep as the root ball. This gives the roots ample space to spread out.

Position the Root Ball: Gently remove the tree from its container and place the root ball in the center of the hole. Make sure the top of the root system is level with the ground. Use your hands to loosen any tightly bound roots before setting the tree in place.

Backfill and Firm the Soil: Fill the hole with native soil and any leftover potting mix. Lightly pack the soil to remove air pockets and secure the tree.

Water Thoroughly: Once planted, water the tree deeply to settle the soil around the roots. This initial watering helps the root system begin to establish itself.

Care

Thinning the Fruit: For a vigorous and high-yielding Burbank Plum Tree, thin the fruit in May and again in July. Remove any damaged or diseased plums so that the healthy ones have space to grow larger and sweeter.

Pruning and Sucker Removal: Prune your plum tree in the winter to maintain its shape and encourage new growth. Regularly remove suckers around the base of the trunk to direct the tree’s energy toward fruit production rather than unwanted shoots.

With proper planting and care, the Burbank Plum Tree will reward you with beautiful spring blossoms and a generous harvest of juicy plums, making it an excellent addition to both home orchards and ornamental landscapes.