Overview
Prunus 'Victoria' is a deciduous tree in the genus Prunus, part of the Rosaceae family. Prunus 'Victoria' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soil soils and neutral to slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include fruit tree for garden or orchard.
About
A popular dessert plum cultivar producing medium to large, oval, yellowish-green fruit with a red blush and sweet flavor.
About the genus
Prunus is a genus of flowering trees and shrubs from the family Rosaceae, with about 340 accepted species that include peaches and nectarines, apricots, plums, cherries and almonds. The genus has a cosmopolitan distribution, being native to the temperate regions of North America, the neotropics of South America, and temperate and tropical regions of Eurasia and Africa.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Prunus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Well-drained, fertile soil
- Soil pH
- Neutral to slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South or west-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered from strong winds
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Prunus 'Victoria' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Deciduous tree
- Suggested uses
- Fruit tree for garden or orchard
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Prunus 'Victoria'
- Cultivation
- Requires regular watering and feeding; benefits from mulch
- Pruning
- Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead wood
- Propagation
- Grafting onto rootstock
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Prunus 'Victoria'?
Requires regular watering and feeding; benefits from mulch.
Where is the best place to plant Prunus 'Victoria'?
Prunus 'Victoria' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered from strong winds positions.
What soil does Prunus 'Victoria' need?
Prunus 'Victoria' grows best in well-drained and fertile soil soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Prunus 'Victoria'?
Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
Is Prunus 'Victoria' hardy in the UK?
Prunus 'Victoria' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Prunus 'Victoria'?
Grafting onto rootstock.
