What are black Doris plums?
What are black Doris plums?
Black Doris plums (1st of 2) The Black Doris is a popular plum, which can be found in many home orchards. It has a medium to large red-purple fruit, and is suitable for making jams, preserving or eating fresh.
Why are they called Black Doris plums?
“I was having a conversation about fruit with my brother when he casually mentioned that the ‘Black Doris’ plum was named after a neighbour of one of my sisters.” Doris, Paddy revealed, was the youngest daughter of Lewis John Billington (1884-1955). – ‘Black Doris’ plums to bottle.
Are black Doris plums sweet?
A sweet medium sized fruit with dark flesh and red skin. Perfect for preserving, desserts or eating fresh.
Does Black Doris plum need a pollinator?
Hi Karley, yes you do need a pollinator plum. There may be one in your neighbourhood, however if it is on your property you will get a better fruit set. Billington, Duff’s Early Jewel, Elephant Heart and Santa Rosa are all pollinators for Black Doris.
Are black Doris plums Freestone?
A large, dark reddish purple conic fruit with purple-red sweet, juicy flesh. It is a freestone, and useful for fresh eating and canning/bottling. Late season.
How do black Doris plums grow?
Accepting of a wide variety of soils, but best with deep, well drained fertile soil. A sunny and sheltered position is best, protected from Spring frosts. Plant 4-5m apart from other trees.
How big do Black Doris plum trees grow?
5-6m
Prunus spp
| SOIL | Accepting of a wide variety of soils, but best with deep, well drained fertile soil. |
|---|---|
| FRUIT | Varieties range in ripening time from mid Summer to early Autumn. |
| POLLINATION | See pollination chart. Plant at least one pollinating variety to ensure good fruit production. |
| TREE SIZE | Height up to 5-6m. |
Are black Doris plums self fertile?
Partially self fertile. Billington, Black Doris, Burbank, Duff’s Early Jewell, Omega, Santa Rosa….Grow Plums.
| SOIL | Accepting of a wide variety of soils, but best with deep, well drained fertile soil. |
|---|---|
| FRUIT | Varieties range in ripening time from mid Summer to early Autumn. |
What is the best time to plant a plum tree?
spring
It’s best to plant plum trees as bare-root trees in late winter or in early spring, while they’re dormant—this minimizes the shock of transplanting and encourages the tree to start new spring growth soon after being planted.
Are there black Doris plums in Central Otago?
Fresh Central Otago Black Doris Plums delivered direct to your door. A sweet medium sized fruit with dark flesh and red skin. Perfect for preserving, desserts or eating fresh. Dispatch: This fruit can only be dispatched when it’s in season / ready. Thus, you cannot select an exact dispatch date for it.
How are black Doris plums different from other plums?
Black doris is the only plum variety produced by Wattie’s, which has been growing and canning the fruit for more than 25 years. Aside from their taste and juiciness, the plums are special because of their ability to retain their shape and structure during processing.
What to serve with black Doris plum cake?
The Black Doris plum sauce is such an easy addition that really takes this dessert up a notch. I like to serve the cake with softly whipped cream, but ice cream or custard are also great options. Delicious Bakewell cake makes a super easy dessert that can be prepared ahead of time.
Where do Kiwis get their plums from?
Generations of Kiwis have loved Black Doris Plums. Wattie’s makes sure this continues, picking only the finest plums from Hawke’s Bay orchards.