Prunus Domestica Mariposa Bare rooted

Large heart-shaped fruit with deep purple-red skin and rich crimson-red flesh. Mariposa is renowned for its exceptionally sweet, juicy flavour, striking flesh colour and outstanding eating quality, making it one of the finest plums for home orchards.

Pollination: Partially self-fertile. Will benefit with Santa Rosa, Satsuma or another compatible Japanese plum flowering at the same time.

Harvest: January to February

Best Uses: Fresh eating, fruit platters, desserts, jams, baking and preserving.

Position: Full sun in well-drained soil.

Why We Love It: Mariposa produces stunning dark-skinned fruit with beautiful ruby-red flesh that's sweet, juicy and bursting with flavour. The fruit develops exceptional colour and richness in Tasmania's warm days and cool nights, making it as attractive as it is delicious.