Prunus domestica ‘Victoria’ – Classic Juicy Dessert Plum
Prunus domestica ‘Victoria’ is a well-loved dessert plum renowned for its large, juicy, bright red fruits with sweet-tart flavour.
Grafted onto St Julien rootstock, it is ideal for medium-sized gardens, patios, or small orchards, producing reliable harvests with manageable growth.
Its abundant white spring blossom and succulent summer fruit make it perfect for gardens and orchards, offering both ornamental beauty and culinary rewards.
Why Grow Prunus domestica ‘Victoria’?
1. Delicious Sweet-Tart Plums
Produces large, red-skinned fruits with juicy, sweet-tart flesh, ideal for fresh eating, cooking, or preserves.
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, creating seasonal charm before fruiting.
4. Space-Conscious & Hardy
Moderate growth on St Julien rootstock makes it suitable for gardens or patio planting.
5. Low-Maintenance & Resilient
Adaptable to most UK soils and climates, requiring only routine pruning to maintain health and fruit production.
How to Grow Prunus domestica ‘Victoria’
Position:
Thrives in full sun for best fruit quality and blossom 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:
Annual late-winter pruning maintains shape, airflow, and fruit quality.
Pollination:
Partially self-fertile; yields improve with another compatible plum variety nearby.
Growth Habit:
Deciduous, medium-growing fruit tree. Full standard at 10/12 cm girth, typically reaching 4–5 m at maturity.
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 spring 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 fruits for fresh eating, preserves, or cooking.
Final Thought
Prunus domestica ‘Victoria’ delivers sweet, red fruits and elegant spring blossom. Hardy, space-conscious, and easy to manage, it’s perfect for gardens, patios, or small orchards, offering ornamental appeal and reliable 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.
