Oullins Plum

  USDA Certified Organic Reine Claude de Oullins plum tree is one of the largest and most attractive European gage plums. Oullins plums are highly esteemed golden gage plums. The original tree was discovered by chance during the 1850's in Coligny, near Lyons, so there is no record of its parents. The first man to sell the tree commercially was Monsieur Massot, who decided to name it after his home town of Oullins. Reine Claude de Oullins plum tree produces a  flavor that is exceptionally sweet, tender and succulent.   Almost cylindrical, green fruit turns white and pale gold with a fine white blush when mature. Does better in cooler climates than most gage plums. Self-fertile. For further information on the Reine Claude de Oullins plum see below for assistance selecting this heirloom plum tree for sale.  Considerations for Oullins Plum USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Heirloom: Yes Harvest Period: Late Bloom Period: Late Pollination Requirement: Self-Fertile Origin Date: France 1856 Storag