Quick Facts
Botanical Name: Prunus domestica ‘Green Gage’
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
Green Gage is a European plum prized for exceptional sweetness and rich flavor. Often considered one of the finest dessert plums.
Pollination Requirements
Partially self-fertile; produces heavier crops with another European plum nearby.
Recommended Pollinators: Stanley, Methley
Harvest Season
Late Summer (August)
Best Uses
• Fresh eating
• Desserts
• Preserves
Tips for Success
• Allow fruit to fully ripen
• Thin lightly to prevent overcropping