Emerald Drop Pluot Tree | Sweet Green Honey-Flavored Pluot

Emerald Drop Pluot

15 Gallon

$199.00

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Emerald Drop Pluot

Prunus 'Emerald Drop'

Stunning Green Skin When Ripe • Sweet Honey & Flavor Notes • Reliable Heavy Producer

$199.00

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Bay Area–Based Nursery

We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The Emerald Drop Pluot® is a jewel-toned treat, prized for its beautiful green skin and sweet, honeyed flavor. This unique variety produces medium to large, round fruit that maintains its striking emerald-green color even when fully ripe. The flesh inside is a sunny orange-yellow, exceptionally juicy, and offers a pure, sweet taste with distinct honey and floral notes. A reliable and productive tree, Emerald Drop is a conversation starter and a delicious choice for those seeking something visually and gustatorily unique.

Unique for retaining a beautiful green skin color at full ripeness.
Flesh is orange-yellow, very juicy, and sweet with pronounced honey and floral flavors.
Requires cross-pollination with a Japanese plum or another Pluot® variety.
A consistent, heavy producer of attractive fruit.
The smooth skin and sweet flesh make it a perfect fresh snack.
A deciduous tree with a manageable, upright growth habit.

Flavor Profile:

Flavor: Sweet and floral with a clean, honey-like taste.
Texture: Very juicy and tender.
Best Uses: An outstanding fresh-eating fruit due to its sweetness and beautiful appearance. Also makes lovely, light-colored jam.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Features:Foliage: Lanceolate leaves with fine serrations, vibrant green.Flowers: Five-petaled blush-white blossoms with golden stamens; early spring bloomer.Pollination: Requires cross-pollination (plant with another pluot or Japanese plum).Fruit: Medium-large spherical drupes with smooth emerald-green skin.Habit: Moderately vigorous deciduous tree with upright growth
Mature Height: 12-18 ft (standard), 8-12 ft (dwarf)
Mature Width: 10-15 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate (12-24" annually)
Light Needs: Full sun (minimum 6 hours)
Key Advantages:Distinctive jade-green fruit with tropical flavor.Exceptionally juicy texture (18-22° Brix).Reliable heavy yields.Showy ornamental value
Landscape Uses:Edible focal points.Small orchard plantings.Pollinator-supportive gardens

Q: Do I pick it when it's green? Is it sour?
A: Yes, you pick it when the skin is green but the fruit is slightly soft to the touch. Despite its green color, it is very sweet, not sour, when fully ripe. The green skin is a natural characteristic.

Q: What pollinator should I use?
A: Like most Pluots®, it requires a pollinator. Plant it near a Japanese plum like ‘Santa Rosa’ or ‘Burgundy’, or another Pluot® like ‘Flavor King’.

Q: How does it compare to a green grape?
A: It is much larger, has a stone fruit texture, and a flavor that is distinctly sweet and honeyed, like a plum, rather than the tartness of a grape. The green skin is purely visual.