Prunus domestica ‘Mirabelle de Nancy’ – Sweet, Traditional Mirabelle Plum
Prunus domestica ‘Mirabelle de Nancy’ is a highly prized dessert plum known for its small, golden-yellow, sweet fruits with aromatic flavour.
Grafted onto St Julien rootstock, it is ideal for medium-sized garden trees or orchards, offering reliable yields and easy maintenance.
With abundant spring blossom and succulent summer fruits, this traditional plum tree is perfect for gardens, orchards, or patios, combining ornamental charm with edible rewards.
Why Grow Prunus domestica ‘Mirabelle de Nancy’?
1. Sweet, Juicy Fruits
Produces small, golden-yellow plums with excellent flavour for eating fresh, preserves, or jams.
2. Reliable Crop
On St Julien rootstock, yields are consistent, and the tree remains manageable in size for smaller orchards or gardens.
3. Ornamental Spring Blossom
Covered in delicate white flowers in spring, adding seasonal beauty before fruiting.
4. Space-Conscious & Hardy
St Julien rootstock keeps the tree moderate in size, making it ideal for garden or patio planting.
5. Low-Maintenance & Resilient
Adaptable to most UK soils and climate conditions, with routine pruning sufficient for healthy growth and fruit production.
How to Grow Prunus domestica ‘Mirabelle de Nancy’
Position:
Thrives in full sun for best fruit quality and flower display.
Soil:
Prefers fertile, well-drained soil, adaptable to clay or loam. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Watering:
Water during establishment; mature trees are moderately drought-tolerant.
Pruning:
Prune annually in late winter to maintain shape, airflow, and improve fruit quality.
Pollination:
Partially self-fertile; yields improve with a compatible pollinator such as another European plum variety.
Growth Habit:
Deciduous, medium-growing fruit tree. Full standard at 10/12 cm girth. Mature height 4–5 m depending on pruning and training.
Hardiness:
Fully hardy across the UK (H5–H6). Tolerates frost, wind, and urban conditions.
Design Ideas
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Plant as a standard or half-standard in gardens, patios, or small orchards.
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Combine with ornamental bulbs or underplanting to enhance seasonal interest.
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Train as a fan or espalier against walls to save space and improve sun exposure.
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Ideal for home orchards producing high-quality, aromatic fruits for fresh eating or preserves.
Final Thought
Prunus domestica ‘Mirabelle de Nancy’ delivers sweet, golden fruits and beautiful spring blossom. Hardy, space-conscious, and easy to manage, it’s perfect for home gardens, patios, or small orchards, offering ornamental charm and culinary rewards year after year.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
