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The 'Blenheim' variety is famous in California for its production of sweet, aromatic fruit that is great for canning and drying. Produces fruit that will ripen in mid-late July depending on the climate. Will average at 10-15' tall and wide, but pruning is suggested to maintain its smaller size. Great pollinator for other apricot varieties.
Baby Cakes' is a dwarf, thornless variety that is perfect for patio pots and container gardening. It stays 3-4' tall and wide and will produce two crops of berries. Large, sweet, juicy berries will ripen in mid-July and early-September. It is self pollinating, but will produce greater yeild by having other pollinators nearby.
The 'Marionberry' is a hybrid that produces sweet-tart berries that are high in antioxidants. Fruit is great for pies, jams, jellies and syrups, and crop will ripen late-June into early-July. This plant has a trailing growth habit and will reach a mature size of 5-6' tall and 2-3' wide.
The 'Navaho' produces a large crop of juicy, sweet fruits that will ripen in mid-summer. This is a thornless variety that averages 4-5' tall and 3-4' wide. Fruits are great for jams, jellies and fresh eating.
The 'Arctic Glo' nectarine has the perfect balance of sugar and acidity. This deliciously sweet fruit will ripen late-June to early July and is highly recommended for home nurseries. It stays 10-12' tall and wide and is self-fertile, though it will bear larger crop when planted with other varieties.
The 'Moonglow' produces large, red-blushed fruit with a soft, juicy texture. Harvest will ripen in mid-September and crop will be more abundant when this tree is paired with other pear varieties, like 'Bartlett' and 'Seckel'. Dwarf variety will get 8-10' tall and wide.
The 'Seckel' produces small, dessert pears that are super sweet with a hint of spice. These sweet, juicy fruits are often used in cooking, canning and fresh eating. This variety gets 15-20' tall and 12-15' wide. Harvest will ripen mid-September.
The 'Methley' produces large clusters of sweet, purple-red plums that are great for fresh eating, cooking and preserves. This variety is a heavy producer and is quite disease resistant. Will get 10-12' tall and wide and fruit will ripen in mid-July. Fragrant white flowers emerge in early spring, adding seasonal interest.
The 'Shiro' produces large clusters of bright yellow plums with a juicy, rich flesh. This variety is a heavy producer, with fruit ripening late-July through mid-August. This variety reaches 12-15' tall and wide, but can be pruned to maintain a smaller size. Does well when pollinated by other varieties, like the 'Redheart' and 'Methley'.
This dwarf variety produces golden yellow, egg-shaped plums. These plums are generally used for cooking, but their delicious honey flavor and tangy skin make them great for canning, jamming and fresh eating. This variety gets 8-10' tall and wide.
The 'Raspberry Shortcake' is a thornless variety that grows 2-3' tall and wide. Its compact nature makes it great for container gardening. Berries will ripen in late-July or early-July.
The 'Yellow Anne' variety produces sunshine colored fruit with a hint of apricot flavor. Sweet, firm berries are great for jams, tarts and salads. First crop will ripen early-July through August and second crop will ripen September through frost. Will get 4-6' tall and 3-4' wide.
