DESCRIPTION

Cherry plum Mirabelka is a shrub reaching a height of approx. 3 to 6 m. It blooms in late April and early May, and fruits in the summer. The fruits are small, spherical, and yellow-red. They easily come away from the stone. They taste sweet, and are very flavourful. They contain a very large amount of water, sugar and a small amount of malic acid, which gives them a slight sourness. The fruits are very much appreciated by gourmets. Mirabelka is excellent eaten raw or processed into tasty juices, jams and compotes.

ADVICES

The tree is best planted in a sunny position, sheltered from wind. The plant prefers sandy loam soil, which is moderately moist and fertile. The optimal pH is in the range of 6,7-7,2.

In order to stimulate the tree to fruit abundantly in the first year, immediately after planting, perform formative pruning. Shoots can easily be trimmed to approx 1/3 of their length. When planting place in a hole, then fill in with fertile soil, compacted around the trunk. After planting the plants should be watered well.