plum trees

Drupe-bearing orchard plants

Plum trees are fruit-bearing trees of the genus Prunus, cultivated for their sweet or tart stone fruits.

They bloom with white or pink flowers in early spring and produce plums in summer.

The plum trees in the orchard need pruning.

Varieties include Japanese, European, and American types, each suited to different climates.

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