Improved French Prune Plum Tree | Sweet High-Yield Prune Variety

Mproved French Prune

15 Gallon

$199.00

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Mproved French Prune

Prunus domestica 'Mproved French'

The #1 Commercial Prune Plum • Superior Flavor & Drying Quality • Consistent Heavy Crops

$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 Improved French Prune is the gold standard commercial prune plum, perfected for the most consistent and high-quality dried fruit production. This workhorse variety bears heavy, reliable crops of medium-sized, elongated purple fruit with freestone, amber flesh that is sweet, juicy, and flavorful. It surpasses all others for drying due to its ideal sugar-to-acid ratio, small pit, and consistent drying characteristics that yield plump, flavorful prunes with superior texture. While excellent fresh, its true purpose is to create the world's best dried prunes.

The premier commercial variety for producing high-quality dried prunes globally.
Valued for its superior, balanced flavor, small pit, and ideal drying properties that result in plump, tender prunes.
Fruit is elongated, purple, with sweet, juicy freestone amber flesh.
Self-pollinating, but yields are maximized with a pollinator partner.
A vigorous, productive tree that is the backbone of California's prune industry.
Ripens in late summer, providing fruit for extended fresh use and processing.

Flavor Profile:

Flavor: Perfectly balanced sweet-tart flavor that intensifies beautifully when dried.
Texture: Juicy yet firm, drying to a tender, chewy consistency.
Best Uses: The absolute best plum for drying into premium prunes. Also excellent for fresh eating, jams, and baking.

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: Oval leaves with finely serrated margins, deep green in color.Flowers: Five-petaled white blossoms in early spring (partially self-fertile but benefits from cross-pollination)Fruit:Medium-sized, elongated oval shape.Smooth, deep burgundy-purple skin.Apricot-orange flesh with firm, juicy texture.Freestone (pit separates easily).Rich, complex sweet flavor
Mature Height: 15-25 ft (can be maintained at 10-15 ft with pruning)
Mature Width: 12-18 ft
Key Advantages:Premium drying plum: Exceptionally high sugar content ideal for prunesExtended harvest: Fruits mid-to-late season (July-August).Dual purpose: Excellent for both fresh eating and processing.Vigorous grower: Reliable heavy producer
Landscape Uses:Commercial orchards.Edible hedgerows.Permaculture plantings

Q: What makes it "improved" over the older French Prune?
A: The 'Improved French' selection typically offers larger fruit size, more consistent production, better disease resistance, and more reliable drying qualities than older, non-selected strains of the French prune.

Q: How is it different from 'Italian Prune' for drying?
A: While both are excellent, 'Improved French' is the industry standard due to its slightly higher dry-out ratio (more fruit per pound of prunes) and consistently plump, tender finished product. 'Italian Prune' is a fantastic home garden variety with similar qualities.

Q: Can I grow it in a home garden?
A: Absolutely. It is an excellent, productive, and flavorful tree for any home orchard. Just be prepared for a potentially large crop that is perfect for sharing and preserving.