Fruit tree comparisons
| Plum tree Shiro | |
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| Shiro is a bright yellow Japanese-style plum, which is partially self-fertile and easy to grow. | |
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Growing
| Plum tree Shiro | |
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| Gardening skill | Average |
| Self-fertility | Partially self-fertile |
| Pollination group | 1 |
| Pollinating others | Good |
Using
| Plum tree Shiro | |
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| Picking season | Early |
| Uses | Eating fresh Culinary Dual purpose |
| Keeping (of fruit) | 2-3 weeks |
Disease resistance
| Plum tree Shiro | |
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| General resistance | Average |
Climate
| Plum tree Shiro | |
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| Cold hardiness (USDA) | Zone 5 (-29C) |
| Summer maximum temperatures | Warm (25-30C / 76-85F) |
| Chill requirement | Low-chill |
Identification
| Plum tree Shiro | |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Period of origin | 1850 - 1899 |
| Fruit color | Yellow |
| Flesh colour | Golden / Yellow |