{"product_id":"methley-plum-tree-7-gal","title":"METHLEY PLUM TREE 7 GAL","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Methley Plum Tree is a true \"beginner’s favorite,\" offering an abundant harvest with very little fuss. In zones 7 and 8, this vigorous tree typically reaches a mature size of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"179\"\u003e15 to 20 feet tall and wide\u003c\/b\u003e, making it a fantastic shade provider or orchard anchor. It absolutely loves \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"284\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/b\u003e, requiring at least 6 to 8 hours daily to fuel its heavy mid-summer crops of sweet, red-fleshed fruit. One of its best features is its natural \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"436\"\u003eresistance to disease\u003c\/b\u003e and drought once established, and while the fruit is a summer treat, the tree’s sturdy structure is generally avoided by deer in favor of softer landscape plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eFor a successful start, dig your hole twice as wide as the root ball and blend \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"79\"\u003eWatters Premium Mulch\u003c\/b\u003e with your garden’s native soil. This creates the well-drained, nutrient-rich environment that plums need to thrive in our mountain soils. To keep your tree healthy and productive, feed it with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"294\"\u003e7-4-4 All-Purpose Plant Food\u003c\/b\u003e in early spring. This balanced, organic nutrition ensures your Methley stays strong and ready to provide years of juicy, sun-ripened snacks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e#WattersGardenCenter #MethleyPlum #HomeOrchard #Zone7Gardening #OrganicPlantFood\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"J. Frank Schmidt \u0026 Son Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44904497578192,"sku":"TR-FR-7-PLUM-METHLEY","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/8331\/3360\/files\/METHLEY_PLUM_TREE_1.png?v=1781552013","url":"https:\/\/wattersgardencenter.com\/products\/methley-plum-tree-7-gal","provider":"Watters Garden Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}