Quick Facts
Botanical Name: Prunus ‘Sugar Twist’
Rootstock: Citation (Semi-Dwarf)
Mature Height: 12–15 ft
Mature Width: 12–15 ft
Recommended Spacing: 12–15 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preferences: Well-drained; fertile
Overview
Sugar Twist is a unique plum–cherry hybrid producing small, sweet fruit with rich flavor. Excellent for fresh eating and specialty orchards.
Pollination Requirements
Requires cross-pollination with a Japanese plum or compatible pluot.
Recommended Pollinators: Methley Plum, Flavor King Pluot
Harvest Season
Mid Summer (July)
Best Uses
• Fresh eating
• Specialty fruit
Tips for Success
• Thin lightly
• Protect fruit from birds