Location, planting instructions and more

Choose the best variety

First of all, it is important to choose the best type of mirabelle plum. This depends on your individual conditions and wishes. In principle, all types of mirabelle plum are among the so-called self-fertile plants. So you don't need a second tree for fertilization. "Nancy" is probably the best known and most popular variety. Its rather small fruits are characterized by their good yield and have proven to be very resistant to the Scharka disease, which is common in stone fruits. Alternatively, the “Migrande” variety is an ideal choice if you would like to receive particularly large fruits. If, on the other hand, your focus is on the earlier and longer harvesting period possible, then the Mirabelle "Bergthold" is particularly suitable.

Design the location appropriately

All mirabelle plums need a sunny location. Bright Penumbra accept them too, but by one

abundant flowering To promote, you should plant the tree in a location that is as sun-drenched as possible. The more light the mirabelle plums get, the nicer and sweeter the fruit - regardless of the variety. In addition, mirabelle plums feel most comfortable in protected locations. Therefore, the proximity to a wall, house wall or hedge proves to be an ideal location. It is also important to consider the size of the later tree: Mirabelle plums grow up to four meters wide with a very spreading crown. So an area of ​​18 to 20 square meters should be available to to plant a mirabelle plum. Only in this way can the tree develop fully in the center.

Planting mirabelle plums - this is how it works

1. Preferably plant your mirabelle plum tree in spring or autumn. To do this, first dig a hole that is two to two and a half times the width and depth of the root ball. You then enrich the excavated earth with Compost soil at. If the soil is heavily compacted, mix in some sand. This increases the permeability for water.
2. Now give exactly enough of the improved soil back into the hole that the grafting point of the mirabelle tree is about 10 centimeters above the surrounding soil level. Then pile up the remaining soil on and around the root ball. It is important that the tree is as straight as possible in the ground.
3. You can attach the mirabelle plum to a pole for straight and upright growth. You insert this into the ground at a distance of around 50 centimeters from the trunk. You can then fix the tree quite high up with a sturdy cord. However, avoid excessive tension that will pull the tree towards the stake.
4. Finally, water your new mirabelle plum tree generously. With that the planting is finished.