Generalities :

The "Stanley" plum is a medium-vigorous late-ripening plant, with a globular expanded habit, of constant and high productivity. It is self-compatible but uses pollinators. Interesting plant mainly in the List, especially in the Center-South. It has demonstrated a wide adaptability to various culture environments, thanks also to its moderate resistance to cold. Medium fruit, ellipsoidal-elongated, asymmetrical, dark blue-violet and very pruinose. The early coloring of the fruit often leads the producers to harvest too early, even before mid-August in the North, compromising the good characteristics of the fruit. The greenish-yellow pulp, very firm, medium sugar and acidulous, not very aromatic and stands out. It has good organoleptic characteristics that make it appreciated for fresh consumption, but also susceptible to industrial transformation (syrup on fresh as it is or after drying).

Cultivation and Care :

The plum tree prefers exposure to full sun and a warm temperate climate. It prefers moist and deep soils of medium texture, even clayey, provided they are well drained. Regular irrigation during the flowering, fruit setting and fruiting period. Spring rich nitrogen fertilizers and phosphorus and potassium based solutions at the time of production. Manure or manure during vegetative rest.