{"product_id":"convoy-cherry-plum","title":"Convoy Cherry Plum","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"144\" data-start=\"107\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"144\" data-start=\"111\"\u003eConvoy Cherry-Plum Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"428\" data-start=\"146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"159\" data-start=\"146\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"162\" data-start=\"159\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"182\" data-start=\"162\"\u003eConvoy Cherry-Plum\u003c\/em\u003e is a hardy hybrid (a cross between cherry and plum lineages) that produces small, red-skinned, yellow-fleshed fruit. It’s compact, early-ripening, and well-suited for northern climates and smaller gardens. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"433\" data-start=\"430\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"477\" data-start=\"435\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"475\" data-start=\"439\"\u003e1. Planting \u0026amp; Growing Conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1435\" data-start=\"478\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"564\" data-start=\"478\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"564\" data-start=\"480\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"500\" data-start=\"480\"\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 2b (cold-tolerant) \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"690\" data-start=\"565\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"690\" data-start=\"567\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"583\" data-start=\"567\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~ 6-8 ft tall × 6-8 ft wide (some sources list up to 10 ft × 6 ft) \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"691\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"693\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"710\" data-start=\"693\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, rounded shrub or small tree form \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"914\" data-start=\"793\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"914\" data-start=\"795\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"808\" data-start=\"795\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun is ideal. It requires plenty of light to set good crops. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1151\" data-start=\"915\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1151\" data-start=\"917\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"926\" data-start=\"917\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"929\" data-start=\"926\"\u003e • Well-drained soil is essential — it does not tolerate standing water. \u003cbr data-end=\"1042\" data-start=\"1039\"\u003e • Prefers average fertility; avoid heavy clay that retains moisture. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1435\" data-start=\"1152\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1435\" data-start=\"1154\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1176\" data-start=\"1154\"\u003eSite \u0026amp; Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"1176\"\u003e • A sheltered location (out of strong wind) is beneficial to protect blossoms and fruit set. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1313\" data-start=\"1310\"\u003e • Avoid frost-prone low spots since blossoms open relatively early in the season. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1440\" data-start=\"1437\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1471\" data-start=\"1442\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1469\" data-start=\"1446\"\u003e2. Blossoms \u0026amp; Fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1972\" data-start=\"1472\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1568\" data-start=\"1472\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1568\" data-start=\"1474\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1488\" data-start=\"1474\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Occurs in mid-May (white showy flowers) \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1972\" data-start=\"1569\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1972\" data-start=\"1571\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1581\" data-start=\"1571\"\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1584\" data-start=\"1581\"\u003e • Small (2–3 cm) cherry-plum fruit with red skin and yellow flesh \u003cbr data-end=\"1693\" data-start=\"1690\"\u003e • Ripens early to mid-August \u003cbr data-end=\"1765\" data-start=\"1762\"\u003e • Fruit is juicy and sweet; good for fresh eating, jams, preserves \u003cbr data-end=\"1875\" data-start=\"1872\"\u003e • Storage life is short — best used soon after harvest \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1977\" data-start=\"1974\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2015\" data-start=\"1979\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2013\" data-start=\"1983\"\u003e3. Pollination \u0026amp; Fruit Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2371\" data-start=\"2016\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2207\" data-start=\"2016\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2207\" data-start=\"2018\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2049\" data-start=\"2018\"\u003eCross-Pollination Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e It does not reliably fruit on its own; needs a compatible plum or cherry-plum variety nearby for cross-pollination. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2371\" data-start=\"2208\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2371\" data-start=\"2210\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2235\" data-start=\"2210\"\u003ePollinator Proximity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pollinators should be planted relatively close (within ~200 ft or closer) for best fruit set. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2376\" data-start=\"2373\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2415\" data-start=\"2378\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2413\" data-start=\"2382\"\u003e4. Watering \u0026amp; Establishment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2751\" data-start=\"2416\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2505\" data-start=\"2416\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2505\" data-start=\"2418\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2434\" data-start=\"2418\"\u003eFirst Years:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist (but not soggy) to help roots establish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2614\" data-start=\"2506\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2614\" data-start=\"2508\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2532\" data-start=\"2508\"\u003eAfter Establishment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought tolerant to a degree; water during dry spells to maintain fruit quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2751\" data-start=\"2615\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2751\" data-start=\"2617\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2630\" data-start=\"2617\"\u003eMulching:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 2–3 in mulch ring around the base (keeping away from the trunk) helps retain moisture and regulates soil temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2756\" data-start=\"2753\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2782\" data-start=\"2758\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2780\" data-start=\"2762\"\u003e5. Fertilizing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2944\" data-start=\"2783\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2844\" data-start=\"2783\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2844\" data-start=\"2785\"\u003eApply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2944\" data-start=\"2845\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2944\" data-start=\"2847\"\u003eDo not overdo nitrogen — excess vegetative growth can reduce fruiting and increase disease risk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2949\" data-start=\"2946\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2985\" data-start=\"2951\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2983\" data-start=\"2955\"\u003e6. Pruning \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3321\" data-start=\"2986\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3059\" data-start=\"2986\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3059\" data-start=\"2988\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3011\" data-start=\"2988\"\u003eBest Time to Prune:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late winter to early spring, before bud break\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3321\" data-start=\"3060\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3321\" data-start=\"3062\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3084\" data-start=\"3062\"\u003ePruning Practices:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3087\" data-start=\"3084\"\u003e • Remove dead, diseased, weak or crossing branches\u003cbr data-end=\"3141\" data-start=\"3138\"\u003e • Thin interior branches to allow light and air penetration\u003cbr data-end=\"3204\" data-start=\"3201\"\u003e • Control suckers from the base\u003cbr data-end=\"3239\" data-start=\"3236\"\u003e • Avoid heavy pruning late in the season; prune after harvest for minor shaping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3326\" data-start=\"3323\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3357\" data-start=\"3328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3355\" data-start=\"3332\"\u003e7. Pests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3676\" data-start=\"3358\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3476\" data-start=\"3358\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3476\" data-start=\"3360\"\u003eSusceptible to standard plum\/cherry tree pests and diseases (e.g. bacterial canker, black knot, brown rot, aphids)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3600\" data-start=\"3477\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3600\" data-start=\"3479\"\u003ePreventive strategies: good airflow, proper pruning, sanitation (clean up fallen fruit, debris), monitoring early signs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3676\" data-start=\"3601\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3676\" data-start=\"3603\"\u003eAvoid overhead watering and maintain healthy vigor to resist infections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3681\" data-start=\"3678\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3720\" data-start=\"3683\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3718\" data-start=\"3687\"\u003e8. Winter \u0026amp; Cold Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3903\" data-start=\"3721\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3798\" data-start=\"3721\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3798\" data-start=\"3723\"\u003eVery cold-hardy (Zone 2 compatibility) — seldom needs special winter care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3903\" data-start=\"3799\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3903\" data-start=\"3801\"\u003eIn exposed or young plantings: use mulch over root zones, and consider protective wrapping if needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3908\" data-start=\"3905\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3936\" data-start=\"3910\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3934\" data-start=\"3914\"\u003e9. Harvest \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4145\" data-start=\"3937\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4005\" data-start=\"3937\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4005\" data-start=\"3939\"\u003ePick fruit when deep red and fully ripe — gentle twist to remove\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4065\" data-start=\"4006\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4065\" data-start=\"4008\"\u003eUse promptly — fresh eating, preserves, jam, or canning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4145\" data-start=\"4066\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4145\" data-start=\"4068\"\u003eBecause storage is limited, plan to use or process fruit soon after picking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4150\" data-start=\"4147\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4180\" data-start=\"4152\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4178\" data-start=\"4156\"\u003e10. Landscape Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4446\" data-start=\"4181\"\u003eCompact fruiting shrub or small tree for gardens with limited space\u003cbr data-end=\"4253\" data-start=\"4250\"\u003eGreat for fruit hedges, mixed edible landscapes, or fruit forests\u003cbr data-end=\"4323\" data-start=\"4320\"\u003eWorks as an ornamental with spring flowers and fall color\u003cbr data-end=\"4385\" data-start=\"4382\"\u003eAttracts pollinators and birds with its flowers and fruit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4446\" data-start=\"4181\"\u003ePhoto from Falk Nurseries\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riverdene Garden Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45709269172395,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/9868\/1259\/files\/OIP_10be3342-0ee6-463e-bb5c-c42bfbaaa887.webp?v=1761589757","url":"https:\/\/riverdenegarden.com\/products\/convoy-cherry-plum","provider":"Riverdene Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}