My other hobby

[Jig-fisher]

Thanks, they are big. I thin the early fruit on most of my trees with the exception of the plums. As far as what I recommend on plum trees, my favorite is my Burgundy. Large, very sweet Japanese variety. Stays firm on the tree for extended period of time and stores well in the refrigerator. Everyone that has tried them loves them. It doesn't need a polinator, but does better with one. Much better than any plum I have bought from the store. My wife's favorite is the toka (aka bubblegum plum). A medium size plum with a very sweet unique taste that has a hint of bubblegum flavor. I admit that it is very good, but the ripening period is short and before you know it, they are done. But they don't last long at our house because we eat them all. Those 2 trees pollinate each other. If you like European varieties, you really can't go wrong with whatever you choose, but my favorite is the Italian plum with Mt. Royal a second. I have not tried growing them from seed. I have bought some trees locally, especially from Valley Nursery. But have ordered about half of them off the internet bare root. Both have done well. I do grow a small garden, but nothing to brag about.
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