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Pyrus pyrifolia (fruiting Asian pear) ’20th Century’

A yellow skinned Asian pear with sweet, mild flavored fruit. The fruit is crisp like an apple. It ripens in early September and is self-fertile. Budded on semi-dwarf root stock. They need full sun and a well-drained soil. Obtain local advice for more cultural information....
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Prunus laurocerasus ‘Schipkaensis’

[gallery ids="5314,5281"] An upright vase-shaped shrub with fragrant, white flowers in spring. It is a good plant for hedging. It may be pruned after flowering to maintain the desired size and form. Plant in full sun to part shade in a moist, well-drained soil. Also known as Skip Laurel....
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Prunus x yedoensis ‘Yoshino’

[gallery ids="6121,5280"] An upright spreading tree with single, light pink to white, fragrant flowers. The clusters of flowers appear before the leaves. The foliage is glossy, bright green. The fall color is yellow to orange. Performs best in full sun to part shade in many soil types as long as they are well-drained....
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Prunus domestica (fruiting plum) ‘Satsuma’

[gallery ids="6120,9032"] A mid-season large, firm plum. The skin is deep red and the flavor is sweet and intense. It is good for fresh eating or canning. Needs to have Santa Rosa for a pollinizer. Budded on semi-dwarf root stock. Fruiting plums need a moderately fertile, well-drained soil and full sun....
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