Dapple Dandy pluot trees, also known as dapple plumcot, are celebrated for their speckled red and yellow skin, which gives it the nickname "Dinosaur Egg." This visually striking fruit adds a splash of intrigue to any fruit bowl or garden harvest. The flavor combines a sweet-tart balance and offers a wonderful plum apricot flavor, making them perfect for fresh eating, preserves, or desserts. The medium to large fruit boasts a juicy, sweet flavor and is a great addition to any garden. This red-fleshed freestone fruit grows on a tree that thrives in full sun and well-draining soil.

For optimal production, the Dapple Dandy requires a pollinator such as the Flavor Supreme pluot, Splash Zaiger, or other compatible varieties like the Santa Rosa Plum, Blenheim Apricot, and Burgundy Plum. The tree blooms with fragrant white flowers in spring, adding beauty to its productivity. Planting a bare root Dapple Dandy ensures a great start for home orchards and fruit lovers seeking a Japanese plum hybrid with a distinctive flavor.

Dapple Dandy Pluot Tree

• Zones: 6-10
• Chill Hours: 400-500
• Bloom Time: Early to Mid-Season
• Harvest: Late July to early August

Looks: A visually striking fruit with marbled red and yellow-green skin, earning it the nickname "Dinosaur Egg." Its unique appearance adds a splash of intrigue to any fruit bowl or garden harvest.

Personality: Sweet and tart with an exceptionally complex flavor, the Dapple Dandy Pluot is a treat for the taste buds. Its juicy, red-speckled amber flesh is smooth and tender, making it ideal for fresh eating, desserts, and preserves.

Facts of Note: This hybrid of plum and apricot offers the best of both worlds, blending the sweetness of apricots with the tangy richness of plums. It's a consistent producer, prized for its vibrant flavor and versatility. The Dapple Dandy thrives in warm climates and is a popular choice for home orchards and commercial growers alike.

Pollination: Requires a pollinator such as a Santa Rosa Plum or Burgundy Plum for fruit production.

For those who value unique flavor and stunning looks, the Dapple Dandy Pluot tree is a must-have addition to any orchard or backyard garden.

The Dapple Dandy Plumcot tree was developed in the late 20th century by Floyd Zaiger, a well-known horticulturist and the founder of Zaiger Genetics. This hybrid tree is a cross between a plum and an apricot, and it took several years of careful cultivation to develop a fruit with the perfect balance of flavors. One fun fact about this tree is that it is also known as the "Dinosaur Egg" Plumcot due to its unique appearance.

Semi-Dwarf Tr on Krymsk86 rootstock.

Why Buy Dapple Dandy Pluot Tree (or Dapple Plumcot) From Us?

Our Dapple Dandy Pluot trees offer a wonderful plum-apricot flavor with sweet and tart notes, making them a taste-test winner. These trees thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, producing a beautiful greenish-yellow skin with red spots and a juicy, red-fleshed freestone. Our bare root Dapple Dandy trees, grown on Citation rootstock, are cold hardy and perfect for USDA zones 6-10. With a chill hours requirement of 400-500, these trees are well-suited for a range of climates. Developed by Zaiger Genetics, the Dapple Dandy Pluot is a must-have for any fruit enthusiast. Whether you're adding a Dandy Pluot Tree to your orchard or looking for a flavorful addition to your garden, our Dapple Dandy Pluot trees are the perfect choice!

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