Brooks Plum Tree

Bountiful, Delicious, Dark Purple Plums 

The Brooks Plum Tree is the main variety in Oregon’s dried plum industry and produces superior, dark purple plums that store well after harvest. It’s no wonder this tree is a fan-favorite among gardeners and food-lovers alike! 

Since this Plum Tree is self-pollinating, you only need one to enjoy a bountiful harvest. It produces large, sweet, dark purple plums with a delicious, yellow flesh that’s perfect for eating fresh or preserving, canning, or drying for snacking on year-round. 

A popular choice among gardeners in the Pacific Northwest, the Brooks Plum requires 800 chill hours during its winter dormant period. In the spring, watch as beautiful white blossoms appear before the late summer when its time to harvest the heavy fruit bounties.

The Brooks Plum Tree makes a great edible addition your landscape. Plant one or two on either side of your walkway. You’ll love the versatility and quantity of fruit this tree produces. Don’t wait—grab your Brooks Plum Tree today!

Planting & Care

1. Planting:  To plant your Brooks Plum Tree, place in a hole twice the size of your root ball. Plant in an area of your yard that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. Backfill your hole and lightly tamp down. Lightly water to start. For best results, place in an area with well-drained soil that has been amended with compost. If you have a yard with poor drainage, then plant in a raised bed (Tip: Ensure you plant your Plum Tree at least 20 feet from your house or structure).

2. Watering:  Brooks Plum Trees need moderate amounts of water on a regular basis—at least once a week depending on your climate.

3. Pruning: For maximum fruit production, allow your Plum Tree to grow to its full size. Or, keep them any size with summer pruning for size control. In late winter, shape your fruit tree to correct crossing branches. We recommend pruning the season’s new growth by a third. You’ll have an easier harvest, and encourage next year’s fruiting wood.

4. Pollination:  The Brooks Plum tree is a self-pollinator so you only need one to produce delicious fruit! If you have the room, you could include an Italian, French Petite, or French Improved Plum. These trees act as pollination partners and can really boost your production. Be sure to plant at least 20ft apart.