plum

A simple way to ripen unripe plums at home and save them from the bin

Hard, tart plums don’t have to be wasted. With a warm windowsill or a paper bag (plus a little ethylene help), they’ll soften and sweeten in just a few days.

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How to Prune a Plum Tree After Harvest So It Stays Healthy and Crops Better

A light summer prune after harvesting plums can open up the canopy, improve airflow and light, and help the tree set up better fruiting wood for next season. The key is timing and restraint—save heavy rejuvenation pruning for spring.

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How to protect this year’s heavy plum crop from plum moth and brown rot at the right time

A heavy plum set can quickly be spoiled by plum moth larvae and the brown rot that follows. The key is spotting the right moment to act and keeping strict orchard hygiene.

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