Mirabelle Plum

  USDA Certified Organic Mirabelle is another delectable European heirloom plum. Small round yellow fruit with yellow red dots. Mirabelle is sweet and juicy with an enjoyable smooth, fine textured free stone; makes a delicious tart. Also used in France for fresh eating and Brandy. The Mirabelle plum is a culinary plum coming back into popularity in recent years, with many chefs bringing them back onto the menu. Mirabelle's harvest begins generally at mid-August, resulting in a really popular annual feast in the town of Metz, France. This Northern town is renowned for its production of Mirabelles. Good pollinators for Mirabelle are the French Plum and Blue Damson. Considerations for Mirabelle Plum USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Uses: Fresh Eating, Desserts / Pies, Cooking / Sauces Harvest Period: Late Bloom Period: Midseason Pollination Requirement: Requires different variety with same bloom period Origin Date: France 1675 Storage: A few weeks Rootstock: Mariana (semi-dwarf) Years to Bear: 2