An excellent cold hardy fresh eating plum, Ivanovka is a deep red plum with bluish bloom that matures in early September. Flesh is firm, sweet, juicy and aromatic. Size averages 3 to 4 cm in diameter. Great for fresh eating and also good for processing into jams and pies. Introduced by Agriculture Canada out of Morden, Manitoba in 1939.
Hardiness Zone: 2
Height at Maturity: 4 meters (13 feet)
Spread: 3 meters (10 feet)
Soil Preference: Well drained
Light Exposure: Full sun
Pollination: Self-sterile (Needs a pollinator)
Latin Name: Prunus salicina 'Ivanovka'