Which Plum Trees Are Self Pollinating?

Cherry plums, or myrobalans, are self-fruitful trees that produce small plums about the size of cherries. The tree is grown for its fruit but also as an ornamental tree because of its very early bloom time and attractive purple foliage.

Which plums are self-pollinating?

Plums & Prunes

Most European prunes & plums are self-pollinating. Most Japanese plums are self-pollinating, but European and Japanese plums will not cross-pollinate. Plumcots and Pluots can be pollinated with Japanese plums.

Can plum trees self pollinate?

Plums are a stone fruit that are both delicious and beautiful. Most plum trees are not self-pollinating, so you will need to plant at least two plum trees to bear fruit. When planting a plum tree, it is important to make sure that the variety you choose will grow well in your climate.