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Mariposa Plum

Mariposa plum is a large-sized plum with nearly freestone flesh and a small pit. The skin is glossy-green in color mottled with maroon. The red flesh is sweet, juicy, firm and delicious with pleasantly tart skin. An excellent companion plum for Catalina or Santa Rosa.

Mariposa Details  
Flavor Firm, Juicy, Very Sweet
Chill Hours 250 below 45° F
Skin Color When Ripe Mottled maroon over green
Fruit Use Fresh or Cooked
Self-Fruitful No. Use Catalina, Nubiana, Santa Rosa 
Flower Season Spring
Fruit Season July – August
Light Needs Full Sun
Water Needs Regular Water
USDA Zone 6 – 10