I plan to order some scions from burntridgenursery.
I have my heart set on toka and green gage. Per these charts, they don’t pollinize each other. A satsuma would pollinate the toka it seems. Would a Imperial Epineuse pollinate the green gage? If so, then I think I have my four to start! If not, do you have any suggestions from burntridge or would I need a different scion?
Also, do you have any general advice for growing plums in the greater philadelphia area zone 7a? I’ve heard unlike the other fruits I am starting to grow, there may be significant pressure from insects & fungus.
Here is what my search indicates:
“This tree is partially self-fertile , but both flavor and productivity will be improved by a pollenizer. Specific suggestions include Oullins Gage, Stanley, and Rosy Gage, but any other European plum will probably do the job. This is an early, green-yellow, medium-sized plum with firm yet tender amber flesh.”
I am top working several p cerasifera! It’s a wonderful rootstock for receiving stonefruits of all varieties. If you happen to find a member in your zone growing plums check to see if their blossom schedule matches your desired varieties. The best pollinizer for a plum is another of the “same type” that releases its pollen during the first week you variety is opening blossoms, that’s the most receptive time for cross pollination.
Best wishes
Dennis
Kent, Wa
