An outstanding small tree that prefers warm conditions and some shade. The sour purple fruits have bright red flesh that makes excellent jam. Davidsonia jerseyana is the southern form, it fruits in the summer months and is generally a smaller plant than the northern Davidsonia pruriens. The fruit form on the trunk of the tree and it is striking in full fruit.

Current height 50-60cms above the pot. 

Specifications of Davidson Plum NSW

Preferred ClimateSubtropical

Grown FromSeedling

Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions)2-5m

Plants required to Pollinate1 (Self Pollinating)

Can it Handle Frosts?Sometimes

Amount of leaves in Winter?All Leaves (Evergreen)

Water RequirementsModerate Watering

Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree?No (Full Size)

Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest4-5 Years

Sun or ShadePart (Sun:50-80%), Shade (Sun:0-50%)

Preferred Soil TypeGood Drainage

Soil pHNeutral (6.6-7.3pH)

Fruiting/Harvest MonthsFebruary, March