Product Name: Korean Cherry Plum
Description:
The Korean Cherry Plum is a late-maturing, red-fleshed plum variety introduced from Korea. It is prized for its striking red flesh, exceptionally high sugar content, and exceptional cold hardiness, making it a popular choice for both commercial orchards and home gardens.
Appearance:
This variety produces round, uniform fruit with purple to dark red/blackish-red skin. The flesh is thick, juicy, and displays a vibrant red to purple-red color that is visually appealing for fresh-market sales. The pit is small, contributing to a high edible ratio.
Flavor:
Exceptionally sweet, with sugar content reaching up to 26% according to market reports. The fruit offers a rich, sweet flavor with a pleasant texture.
Size:
Small fruit type, average weight approximately 50–100g (typically around 80g).
Growing Advantages:
Extremely productive and winter-hardy down to approximately -30°C (-22°F). It is a late-season variety, harvesting in mid-to-late July to early August, offering good market timing when early plums have finished.
Harvest Season:
Mid-to-late July to early August. A late-season variety that extends the plum market window.